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Senior Software Engineer, Embedded

Motive builds AI-driven fleet management and telematics solutions used by tens of thousands of customers across transportation, construction, energy and other industries. We are seeking a motivated Senior Embedded Software Engineer to shape next-generation IoT and telematics firmware — owning features from architecture through validation and release while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

Skills

  • Expert C/C++ programming for embedded systems
  • Experience with multi-core ARM architectures
  • RTOS and Linux/Android embedded development
  • Strong understanding of OS concepts (threads, scheduling, memory management)
  • Experience with electrical bus communications (UART, CAN, I2C, SPI, Ethernet)
  • Debugging, optimization and performance tuning on embedded platforms
  • Test automation and unit-level functional testing for firmware

Responsibilities

  • Define and drive technical vision and architecture for high-performance firmware on multi-core embedded platforms.
  • Own feature development from design and implementation through validation and release.
  • Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and rigorous code review processes.
  • Debug, optimize, and validate firmware on complex multi-core embedded architectures.
  • Develop automated and unit-level functional tests to validate features and prevent regressions.
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design, develop and integrate features up the stack.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • Relevant continuing education, certifications, or equivalent professional experience

Benefits

  • Health, pharmacy, vision and dental insurance
  • Paid time off and sick leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) contribution
  • Potential equity/RSUs for eligible roles
  • Hybrid work model and career advancement opportunities
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CULTURE VALUES
Diversity of Opinions
Inclusive & Diverse
Collaboration over Competition
Growth & Learning
Mission Driven
Rapid Growth
Passion for Exploration
Empathetic
Feedback Forward
BENEFITS & PERKS
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K Matching
Life insurance
Maternity Leave
Paternity Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off
Performance Bonus
Social Gatherings
Some Meals Provided
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SALARY RANGE
$126,000/yr - $193,000/yr
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, hybrid
DATE POSTED
October 27, 2025
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