Shift Dynamics Inc.

Position Overview: ​

We ​are ​seeking a ​highly experienced Senior Embedded ​Software ​Engineer with ​over 10 years ​of industry ​experience ​and a ​strong ​background ​in hardware production ​environments. ​This role is ​essential ​to ​ensuring the reliability, ​scalability, and ​performance ​of embedded ​systems across ​our ​advanced aerospace and ​robotics platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Design, ​develop, and maintain embedded software for real-time systems in UAVs, autonomous systems, or aerospace applications.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration and mass production readiness.
• Lead system architecture design and software optimization for performance, power efficiency, and reliability.
• Develop device drivers, firmware, and low-level software interfacing with sensors, actuators, and communication modules.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex embedded systems using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and software tools.
• Support and refine embedded systems for production, including hardware bring-up and manufacturing validation.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the establishment of best practices for embedded development and testing.
• Document software designs, test procedures, and production guidelines thoroughly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in embedded software development for real-time systems.
• Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems, with strong knowledge of microcontroller and SoC architectures.
• Extensive experience in hardware production support and mass manufacturing processes.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and low-level software development.
• Strong understanding of embedded communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, etc.).
• Proven ability to lead and deliver complex embedded projects from prototype to production.
• Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and system integration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the aerospace, robotics, automotive, or UAV industry.
• Familiarity with automated testing, continuous integration (CI) for embedded systems.
• Knowledge of hardware schematics and PCB-level troubleshooting.
• Understanding of safety-critical system development and relevant standards (e.g., ISO 26262, DO-178C).

What We Offer:

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge embedded systems in next-generation aerospace platforms.
• Dynamic, collaborative work culture with world-class engineers and domain experts.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Access to advanced tools, lab facilities, and production environments.
• Career growth through leadership opportunities and technical advancement.

Additional Information:

• This position may require eligibility for government or defense-related security clearance.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.