Lead Embedded Systems Engineer
21 days ago
Addison
Job Description Symbiotic Services is hiring on behalf of a pioneering client building next-generation smart bed technology. We’re seeking a Lead Embedded Systems Engineer to architect and drive the development of an intelligent, distributed IoT platform for sleep technology, featuring: • Hundreds of precision actuators for fine-grained mechanical control, • Wi-Fi-based device orchestration using MQTT publish/subscribe messaging, • Embedded Linux (Debian / Yocto) systems at the edge, • AI/ML-driven analytics pipelines for real-time sleep optimization This role is ideal for a senior-level Computer Scientist or Embedded Systems professional ready to replace a legacy Bluetooth-based control plane with a modern, horizontally scalable, Go-powered edge/cloud architecture. You’ll collaborate directly with a Dallas-based founder—an established leader in the furniture manufacturing space—while defining the embedded systems strategy from the ground up. What You’ll Lead System Architecture Ownership • Design and implement real-time MCU applications running on Debian or Yocto Linux distributions., • Define deterministic scheduling models and concurrency patterns for time-critical tasks. Core Application Development • Architect and maintain C/C++ and Go state machines, message brokers, and device control APIs., • Apply CS principles in distributed systems, message serialization, and protocol design. IoT System Modernization • Migrate from Bluetooth LE (BlueZ stack) to Wi-Fi + MQTT for robust, low-latency device communication., • Implement fault-tolerant reconnection strategies and QoS policies. Tooling and Testing Infrastructure • Build containerized cross-compilation toolchains and CI/CD-compatible hardware simulators., • Develop automated HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test harnesses. Engineering Standards and DevOps • Define coding standards, code review guidelines, and branching strategies in Git., • Establish CI/CD workflows for embedded + cloud integration. Edge-to-Cloud Data Integration • Partner with data scientists to design pipelines for ingesting, storing, and analyzing time-series sensor data., • Support model deployment and feedback loops for on-device inference. Minimum Qualifications • B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent discipline., • 5+ years professional experience in embedded firmware development (C/C++, ideally Go)., • Deep familiarity with embedded Linux internals (Debian or Yocto)., • Strong understanding of network protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT., • Expertise in multi-threaded and multi-process system design., • Proficiency with Git and modern CI/CD workflows., • Demonstrated initiative through side projects, open-source contributions, or research work. Preferred Skills • Docker-based embedded development workflows., • Python or Bash scripting for build/test automation., • Cloud IoT integration (AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, GCP IoT Core)., • Bluetooth LE / BlueZ experience for legacy support., • Hands-on debugging with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG/SWD. Why This Role Stands Out • Architect-Level Impact: Own the embedded systems roadmap., • Cutting-Edge Tech Stack: Work at the intersection of embedded systems, IoT, and ML., • Industry-Backed Vision: Partner with a proven leader in manufacturing innovation., • R&D Time: 10% of your week dedicated to exploration and open-source projects., • Professional Growth: Clear trajectory toward principal/architect roles., • Learning Culture: Attend global events like GopherCon or Embedded World., • Team Synergy: Participate in quarterly offsites with cross-disciplinary teams. Apply Today If you’re ready to lead innovation in embedded systems and help redefine how people sleep, we’d love to hear from you.