Senior Linux Device Programmer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Linux Developer to join our Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience developing embedded linux systems with a focus on IoT solutions, Android integration, wireless connectivity, and audio/video processing. This role requires a combination of low-level programming expertise and high-level application development skills, with a strong understanding of network protocols and wireless communications.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Design and implement Linux-based embedded software solutions for IoT devices and consumer electronics running Android

Implement secure network communication protocols for IoT devices

Design and optimize wireless connectivity solutions including WiFi and Bluetooth

Implement and maintain USB and Ethernet networking stacks and protocols

Debug complex system-level issues across hardware and software boundaries

Optimize code for performance, power consumption, and memory utilization

Maintain and enhance existing firmware codebases

Create technical documentation and specifications

Mentor junior engineers and review code contributions

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

5+ years of experience in Linux-based embedded systems development. Great general understanding of how Linux is structured

Strong programming fundamentals. Proficiency with low and high level languages, C, C++

EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in relevant field

Experience with wireless protocol implementations (WiFi, Bluetooth, BLE)

Proficiency with debugging tools and logic analyzers

Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines

Experience with ARM architecture and assembly language

Proficiency in Java, Python, Rust programming

Demonstrated experience with Android platform development and Android HAL

Knowledge of Android HIDL/AIDL interfaces, build system, etc

Understanding of digital signal processing principles

Understanding of USB 3.0/4.0 specifications

Ability to work with legacy code, learn how things work and organized

Strong knowledge of networking protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP)

Experience with IoT protocols (MQTT, CoAP, LwM2M)

Audio/Video codec implementation and optimization

Knowledge of network security protocols and best practices

SKILLS

Programming Languages: C, C++

Operating Systems: Android, Linux

Development Tools: Android Studio, GDB, JTAG debuggers

Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT, USB, I2C, SPI, UART

Wireless Technologies: WiFi, Bluetooth, BLE

Networking: Ethernet, IPv4/IPv6, Network Security

Version Control: Git, Gerrit, Jenkins

Build Systems: Make, Gradle, CMake

WHAT WE OFFER

Fully paid medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for you and your dependents

Unlimited PTO

Generous Parental Leave

Work From Home Stipend

Commuter Benefit

Flexibility to work remotely or in a hybrid setting (based on location)

15 Paid Holidays

Owl Labs is a hybrid company, we are over 40% remote, and our headquarters is based in Boston, MA. This role can be remote or hybrid.

Owl Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to our values of embracing inclusivity and creating a culture where everyone feels respected and connected, no matter the location of their work environment. We invite applications from people of all walks of life and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need accommodations due to a disability, please let us know.Who We Are

Owl Labs is a collaborative tech company, creating an equalized meeting and learning experience for all, wherever participants may be. Powering hybrid teams and remote work is in our DNA. Owl Labs has been a leader when it comes to celebrating and connecting hybrid teams and classrooms -- meaning both in-office and remote workers, in-room students and at-home learning. We're best known for the Meeting Owl product line, a smart 360 camera, mic, speaker all-in-one solution. Sitting in the center of the table, the Meeting Owl uses vision and voice recognition to shift the camera to focus on who's speaking, giving all participants a feeling as if they're in the same room. With the continued rise of hybrid teams and remote workers, our products allow for better collaboration and productivity no matter your location.

Our award-winning product, the Meeting Owl Pro, was named one of TIME magazine's 100 Best Inventions of 2020 and has been recognized by CES Innovation Awards 2020, Red Dot Design Awards 2020, SXSW Innovation Awards 2020. Our team was recognized as an Inc. Best Workplaces 2020 and 2021 and named on the esteemed Inc.'s Editor's List.

Full-time

Hybrid remote