Lead Embedded Systems Engineer
Lead Embedded Systems EngineerSymbiotic 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 controlWi-Fi-based device orchestration using MQTT publish/subscribe messagingEmbedded Linux (Debian / Yocto) systems at the edgeAI/ML-driven analytics pipelines for real-time sleep optimizationThis 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 founderan established leader in the furniture manufacturing spacewhile defining the embedded systems strategy from the ground up.What You'll Lead:System Architecture OwnershipDesign 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 DevelopmentArchitect 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 ModernizationMigrate 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 InfrastructureBuild containerized cross-compilation toolchains and CI/CD-compatible hardware simulators.Develop automated HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test harnesses.Engineering Standards and DevOpsDefine coding standards, code review guidelines, and branching strategies in Git.Establish CI/CD workflows for embedded + cloud integration.Edge-to-Cloud Data IntegrationPartner 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.