Sr Embedded Linux Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Strong experience with Linux kernel development, kernel module creation, and driver debugging
• Solid understanding of MIPI CSI interfaces, camera sensor integration, and V4L2 pipeline
• Familiarity with wireless driver stacks (Wi-Fi/BT), including wpa_supplicant/hostapd and RF tuning
• Hands-on experience with embedded Linux platforms (e.g., Qualcomm Snapdragon, NXP i.MX, or similar)
• Proficient with embedded toolchains, cross-compiling, and kernel/u-boot customization
• Comfortable working with hardware prototypes, schematics, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers

• Experience with custom PCB bring-up and low-level hardware debugging
• Familiarity with sensor initialization via I2C/SPI and power sequencing
• Exposure to antenna tuning or RF compliance testing for wireless modules
• Experience with camera tuning (gain, exposure, white balance) or GStreamer pipelines
• Proficiency with Yocto or Buildroot for embedded Linux build automation
• Experience with JTAG/SWD debuggers, bootloader recovery, or automated hardware tests
• Knowledge of edge AI model deployment
• Familiarity with USB gadget drivers, PCIe or SDIO peripherals, or low-level protocol analyzers
• Direct experience in the Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) or robotics industry
• U.S. Military Veteran experienced with tactical equipment from a user or developer perspective
• Active Security clearance
• Prior experience in a fast-paced, startup environment

• Ability to sit and/or stand for periods of time
• Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and other equipment with or without accommodations
• Ability to maintain awareness during business hours
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds
• Excellent written and verbal communication and good command of the English language
• Learns and memorizes routine tasks
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to any person with a disability to be able to perform the essential job functions of this position
• Darkhive retains the right to change or assign other duties as required for this position

• Hiring team reviews applications
• 15-minute pre-screen with Darkhive recruiter
• 30-minute phone screen with the hiring manager
• Take home project
• In-person or video interview with hiring team

• Comprehensive medical plans
• 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance premiums
• Automatic 401k employer contribution with vesting
• Paid vacation and personal time off
• 11 Paid holidays
• 5 days of sick leave
• Stock options
• Welcoming and friendly work environment
• Respect of work-life balance

Darkhive is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant because of race, color, gender (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.