Staff Embedded Software Engineer

ResponsibilitiesKforce has a client looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development of advanced, high-performance software for next-generation embedded devices. In this role, you'll architect and optimize real-time systems, integrate multi-modal sensor technologies, and collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver intelligent, reliable, and scalable solutions across a cutting-edge smart device ecosystem.Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar 5+ years of hands-on experience in embedded software and/or applied machine learning in production Proven ability to design and deploy real-time systems on embedded Linux (or RTOS) Highly Proficient in C++, Rust, and Python in production environments Experience with AI model lifecycle: training, conversion (ONNX, TensorRT, TFLite), quantization, and pruning Knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure) and edge-cloud coordination Solid understanding of system-level design, debugging, and performance tuningPreferred Qualifications Computer Vision & ML: Classification, Detection, Tracking, Recognition, LLM/VLM integration, Pose Estimation, Vector Embeddings Multi-modal ML and Sensor Fusion: visual, audio, radar, and text data Model Optimization: Post-training quantization, pruning, distillation, benchmarking on NPUs/DSPs/ASICs Media & Signal Processing: GStreamer, FFmpeg, MediaPipe, OpenCV Communication Protocols: MQTT, gRPC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, WebRTC DevOps: CI/CD (GitLab), versioning, monitoring Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes Security & Privacy: Secure boot, data encryption, firmware signing Databases: Vector DBs, Time-Series, Graph-based Knowledge Systems Collaboration Tools: JIRA, Confluence, Slack, TeamsThe pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.