Silvus Technologies
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Silvus Technologies, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Silvus Technologies is dedicated to one mission: connecting those who keep us safe. We deliver the most advanced Mobile Ad‑hoc Network (MANET) radios powered by our custom and ever‑evolving Mobile‑Networked MIMO waveform. Our radios and waveform provide vital communications for mission‑critical applications in harsh environments from underground tunnels to high altitude balloons.
Silvus StreamCaster® radios are being rapidly adopted by customers worldwide ranging from the U.S. Departments of Defense to International, Federal, State and Local Law Enforcement agencies, the Super Bowl, Grammys, and industry‑leading drone, robot, and other unmanned systems manufacturers.
THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Engineering Group, reporting to the Senior Engineering Director in Irvine with dotted‑line reporting to the Director of Software Engineering. This 100% onsite role is located at Silvus Technologies’ Engineering and R&D Office in Irvine, CA.
Role And Responsibilities
Implementation of software portion of MAC (Medium Access Control) and mobile ad‑hoc networking routing protocols.
Network management software and web interface implementation.
Implementation of different security protocols and encryption algorithms.
Audio streaming and push‑to‑talk voice application implementation.
Analyze and improve product security and robustness to meet regulatory requirements such as NIST FIPS 140‑3 and NIAP Common Criteria.
Implementation of testing software for product performance and reliability testing.
Device driver and board support package development and maintenance for both ARM and RISC‑V based systems.
Linux system customization and scripting.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
Minimum 5 years of relevant embedded system software development experience.
Expertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel driver development.
Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge and experience of different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as the CNSA (Commercial National Security Algorithm) suite.
Demonstrated experience with socket programming and various Internet/Ethernet protocols.
Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system.
Experience in AMD UltraScale+, MPSoC, Microchip Polarfire SoC, or BSP development.
Strong working understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec).
Linux Interrupt Service Routine development.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Office environment.
Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
Physical tasks:
Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for set‑up of demonstrations and testing.
Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
Kneel or squat to access lower shelves.
Walk/Move in the labs.
Compensation Pay range: $135,000 – $200,000 USD (actual salary commensurate with experience and qualifications).
NOTE – As a U.S. Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that all candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements are needed for some Engineering or R&D roles.
Silvus is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Silvus does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third‑party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Silvus Technologies.
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Silvus StreamCaster® radios are being rapidly adopted by customers worldwide ranging from the U.S. Departments of Defense to International, Federal, State and Local Law Enforcement agencies, the Super Bowl, Grammys, and industry‑leading drone, robot, and other unmanned systems manufacturers.
THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Engineering Group, reporting to the Senior Engineering Director in Irvine with dotted‑line reporting to the Director of Software Engineering. This 100% onsite role is located at Silvus Technologies’ Engineering and R&D Office in Irvine, CA.
Role And Responsibilities
Implementation of software portion of MAC (Medium Access Control) and mobile ad‑hoc networking routing protocols.
Network management software and web interface implementation.
Implementation of different security protocols and encryption algorithms.
Audio streaming and push‑to‑talk voice application implementation.
Analyze and improve product security and robustness to meet regulatory requirements such as NIST FIPS 140‑3 and NIAP Common Criteria.
Implementation of testing software for product performance and reliability testing.
Device driver and board support package development and maintenance for both ARM and RISC‑V based systems.
Linux system customization and scripting.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
Minimum 5 years of relevant embedded system software development experience.
Expertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel driver development.
Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge and experience of different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as the CNSA (Commercial National Security Algorithm) suite.
Demonstrated experience with socket programming and various Internet/Ethernet protocols.
Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system.
Experience in AMD UltraScale+, MPSoC, Microchip Polarfire SoC, or BSP development.
Strong working understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec).
Linux Interrupt Service Routine development.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Office environment.
Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
Physical tasks:
Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for set‑up of demonstrations and testing.
Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
Kneel or squat to access lower shelves.
Walk/Move in the labs.
Compensation Pay range: $135,000 – $200,000 USD (actual salary commensurate with experience and qualifications).
NOTE – As a U.S. Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that all candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements are needed for some Engineering or R&D roles.
Silvus is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Silvus does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third‑party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Silvus Technologies.
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