Senior Systems Firmware Engineer

Summary

Join Samsara's newly formed HW Solutions FW team as a remote Firmware Engineer and lead groundbreaking firmware innovation in automotive technology. You will rapidly prototype and evaluate cutting-edge technologies, design and implement firmware solutions, collaborate with a team of brilliant engineers, and shape industry standards. This role requires a deep passion for embedded systems and a proven track record of developing innovative firmware solutions. You will work on vehicle diagnostics, OBD-II, CAN bus systems, ECUs, and ADAS, leveraging both Linux and RTOS-based embedded systems. Samsara offers a competitive compensation package and benefits, including remote work options.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 8+ years of professional experience developing firmware/software solutions for vehicle diagnostics, OBD-II, CAN bus systems, and ECUs on embedded systems
• Strong coding skills, with a proven track record of developing and debugging complex embedded systems
• A portfolio of work demonstrating experience with prototyping, new product development, and influencing product roadmaps
• Hands-on expertise with embedded Linux and RTOS systems relevant to vehicle technologies
• Proficiency in low-level C/C++, Linux kernel development, debugging, and CI/CD workflows
• Experience with hardware-firmware integration and automotive communication protocols
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostic protocols (UDS, J1939) and automotive cybersecurity practices
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Rapidly prototype and evaluate groundbreaking technologies in vehicle diagnostics, OBD-II, CAN bus systems, ECUs, and ADAS, leveraging both Linux and RTOS-based embedded systems
• Forge strategic partnerships with external technology and SoC vendors, driving innovation and aligning their roadmaps with Samsara's vision
• Translate complex product requirements into elegant and scalable firmware solutions
• Champion security best practices, ensuring robust and secure solutions across all stages of development
• Navigate and apply regulatory compliance requirements relevant to automotive and IoT devices
• Clearly demonstrate your work and influence product direction

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with V2X, sensor integration, perception systems, and ADAS
• Experience bringing vehicle diagnostics or safety systems from inception to production
• In-depth experience with developer boards, prototyping, and KPI evaluation
• Familiarity with automotive industry standards (ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434)
• Proficiency with automotive-grade SoCs, MCUs, and experience working with external vendors
• Experience with cloud connectivity and IoT platforms for vehicle data

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Employee-led remote and flexible working
• Health benefits
• Samsara for Good charity fund