Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Generalist) (C++)

About Point One NavigationPoint One Navigation is on a mission to bridge the digital and physical worlds through precision location. Our Polaris™ RTK network and FusionEngine™ software deliver centimeter-level accuracy and high-confidence positioning for vehicles, robots, drones, and devices across industries. We're API-first, developer-focused, and pushing the boundaries of autonomy and automation.The RoleWe're seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Generalist) who thrives at the intersection of software and hardware. You’ll be a key contributor to our embedded platform, developing high-performance, real-time software that integrates a wide range of sensors and navigation technologies. This role is ideal for someone who can own complex technical challenges end-to-end — from early architecture to deployment in mission-critical systems.What You’ll DoLead the design, implementation, and optimization of embedded C++ software for real-time sensor fusion and positioning systemsArchitect robust systems that integrate GNSS receivers, inertial sensors, wheel odometry, cameras and other hardware in dynamic environmentsDrive performance tuning and low-level optimizations across a variety of embedded platforms (ARM, microcontrollers, embedded Linux)Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices across the teamOwn key parts of the embedded stack, from board bring-up and driver development to system-level debugging and performance analysisCollaborate with cross-functional teams — from hardware and firmware to cloud infrastructure and robotics customers — to deliver reliable end-to-end systemsContribute to technical strategy, architecture discussions, and roadmap planningRequirements7+ years of professional experience developing embedded systems softwareProven ability to design and implement major software components, incorporating customer and internal requirements, assessing system-wide impact, and driving implementation and schedule through to testingExpert in modern C++ (C++14 or later), with strong understanding of system-level programming, memory management, and concurrencyExperience with Python or similar for automation, scripting, debugging and other non-critical workloadsDeep experience with embedded Linux, RTOSes, and bare-metal systemsProven ability to work close to hardware — board bring-up, drivers, timing-critical systemsFamiliarity with common hardware interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C, CANStrong debugging skills and hands-on experience with tools like gdb, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopesBS/MS/PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experienceBonus Points ForExperience in GNSS, state estimation, Kalman filtering, or inertial navigationWorking knowledge of positioning technologies and error sources (e.g., multipath, drift, bias)Experience with safety-critical or highly available systems in automotive, robotics, or aerospaceKnowledge in IP based networking, especially as implemented in Linux based operating systems Why Join UsBuild the core infrastructure powering the next generation of autonomous systemsWork with a passionate, technically elite team solving real-world problems at scaleCompetitive compensation package including equity and full benefitsFlexible, high-trust work environment (on-site or hybrid options available)If this role sounds like a fit, we’d love to hear from you. Apply below and join us in shaping the future of precise location.