Day-to-Day

• Develop the software which runs on our new line of Embedded Linux and RTOS based devices.
• Help architect and implement entirely new communication protocols for these devices.
• Work with the wider engineering team to implement foundational software for performing OTA updates, securing our devices, ensuring they are incredibly resilient and making sure they are delightful to use.
• Help mentor other engineers.
• Contribute to other parts of the stack (e.g. our backend services), if that interests you.

Experience:

• 3 years of work experience in an embedded engineering role.
• 2 years of experience in C or C
• Proficiency in Shell scripting
• Strong understanding and experience in system architecture
• Experienced developing in/for embedded Linux based systems.
• Good working knowledge of common low-level interfaces: SPI, I2C, UART.
• Degree in Computer Science or related Engineering field.

Nice to have skills:

• Experience with wireless communication protocols.
• Experience programming in Golang
• Kernel/driver development or new board bringup
• Comfortable using scope probes, reading schematics, hardware debugging
• Experience with IoT configuration or have helped integrate device into cloud backend.
• AOSP development experience

Perks & Benefits

• Generous company paid medical, dental & vision insurance coverage 
• Unlimited paid time off & 11 companywide paid holidays 
• Wellness allowance 
• Commuter benefits 
• Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily 
• Generous paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits

Culture and Values:

• Self-motivated problem solver: At Verkada, you will tackle large, complex problems with no clear answers. 
• Teach and learn: You will learn new technologies while being entrusted with the technical ownership of major systems, and we hope to learn something from you in turn. 
• Growth mindset: As a small, fast-growing startup, every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth, and we want you to grow with us!