{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"017be258e52256b3e0e82289","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/017be258e52256b3e0e82289","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/017be258e52256b3e0e82289","title":"Software Engineer, Embedded","description":"Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.\nWe are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer with a background in embedded systems who is passionate to ship mission critical software. The role will collaborate across hardware and software teams to design the low level devices that interface with our truck systems, ensure reliable operations of large robots, and develop cutting edge functionality to real customers. The role will bring the best of modern software engineering to ensure a high level of safety and performance.\nIn this role, you will:\nCollaborate with hardware EE on design and test of high reliable hardware systems\nCollaborate with software engineering on architecture, optimizations and reviews\nContribute to hardware specifications to ensure test coverage and fault detection\nParticipate in hands-on hardware bring-up in the engineering lab using analyzers and probes\nDebug common truck functions on the vehicles (Driver interfaces, Braking, Steering)\nDevelop software for embedded platforms (x86, ARM) in C/C++\nDevelop software for sensors. Evaluation and production (Camera, Radar, Lidar, IMU)\nDevelop software for network devices, time synchronization experience a plus\nWhat you'll bring:\n2+ years of software development experience, ideally within the automotive, aerospace or a related industry\nProgramming experience in C++\nKnowledge of embedded programming platforms\nUnderstanding of networking fundamentals\nExperience with implementation and on-vehicle debugging of low level hardware buses such as I2C, CAN, SPI, and UART\nExperience with high speed hardware communication such as PCIe and Automotive Ethernet\nHands on. You are just as comfortable getting your hands dirty analyzing a subsystem in the shop as when using a keyboard.\nGreat communicator. You have experience writing clear, concise, and detailed documentation\nPassion. You are passionate about autonomous vehicles and their potential impact on humanity\nBS or MS, or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering\nWhat we offer:\nCompetitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses\nExcellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)\nFlexible PTO and generous parental leave policies\nOur office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA\nOffice perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging\nLong Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance\nWellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health\nFidelity 401(k)\nCommuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA\nVarious incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)\nAt Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.\nIn alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak's sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate's application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.\nWe use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](https://endorsed.com/local-law-144). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact careers@kodiak.ai with \"Separate Review Request\" in the email subject line.","company":"Kodiak","rawCompany":"kodiak","city":"Alameda","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T00:14:27.252Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"17-2199.08","title":"Robotics Engineers","slug":"robotics-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"336110","title":"Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"automobile-and-light-duty-motor-vehicle-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Engineer, Embedded","description":"Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.\nWe are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer with a background in embedded systems who is passionate to ship mission critical software. The role will collaborate across hardware and software teams to design the low level devices that interface with our truck systems, ensure reliable operations of large robots, and develop cutting edge functionality to real customers. The role will bring the best of modern software engineering to ensure a high level of safety and performance.\nIn this role, you will:\nCollaborate with hardware EE on design and test of high reliable hardware systems\nCollaborate with software engineering on architecture, optimizations and reviews\nContribute to hardware specifications to ensure test coverage and fault detection\nParticipate in hands-on hardware bring-up in the engineering lab using analyzers and probes\nDebug common truck functions on the vehicles (Driver interfaces, Braking, Steering)\nDevelop software for embedded platforms (x86, ARM) in C/C++\nDevelop software for sensors. 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Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.\nIn alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak's sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate's application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.\nWe use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](https://endorsed.com/local-law-144). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact careers@kodiak.ai with \"Separate Review Request\" in the email subject line.","datePosted":"2026-08-05T00:14:27.252Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T00:14:27.252Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Kodiak","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Alameda","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"017be258e52256b3e0e82289"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/017be258e52256b3e0e82289"}}