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Bots Unlimited, LLC

Senior Embedded Linux Engineer

Bots Unlimited, LLC, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208

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About Bots Unlimited Bots Unlimited is a San Antonio based product development and hardware company that designs, produces, and supports high performance technology for drones, robotics, automation, and edge AI systems. We create advanced camera modules, long range wireless solutions, embedded compute platforms, and propulsion electronics, working closely with trusted manufacturing partners to deliver reliable hardware with a globally resilient supply chain. We also provide customers with supply chain support and manufacturing services to help bring complete products to market. We operate in a fast moving, execution focused environment where team members own their work end to end and are trusted to manage themselves with a high level of accountability. Our team values initiative, clear communication, and a strong sense of responsibility, qualities that let us move quickly and ship production-ready hardware. If you are interested in building better products, we might be the right fit for you.

Position Overview You’ll contribute to full-stack embedded development—from writing low-level Linux drivers to bringing up hardware prototypes in the lab. The work involves integrating high-performance camera sensors, wireless communication modules, and real-time subsystems on modern embedded Linux platforms. You'll be part of a small, fast-moving team shipping systems that operate in real environments, not just test benches.

This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the VP of Engineering. This position is remote with travel up to 25% to our company headquarters or other locations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Linux kernel drivers and low-level system software for embedded compute platforms, wireless modules, and custom MIPI image sensors

Build and integrate software stacks for Wi-Fi and RF communication modules, including power management, firmware bring-up, and regulatory tuning

Port and debug embedded Linux builds on Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms (Yocto, AOSP experience a plus)

Work with device trees, bootloaders, and system bring‑up for new hardware platforms

Perform hardware‑software integration, including camera tuning, I2C/SPI debug, and scope/logic analyzer work

Collaborate with hardware and mechanical teams to validate new designs and support board bring‑up

Support integration and troubleshooting efforts for customers using our hardware, including driver‑level debugging and system‑level recommendations

Troubleshoot and optimize embedded systems for performance, stability, and RF compliance

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

Eligibility to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to sit and/or stand for periods of time.

Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and other equipment with or without accommodation(s).

Ability to maintain awareness during business hours.

Ability to lift 15 pounds.

Excellent written and verbal communication and good command of the English language.

Ability to learn and memorize 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.

Company retains the right to change or assign other duties as required for this position.

Selection Process

Hiring team reviews applications

15‑minute pre‑screen with recruiter

30‑minute phone screen with the hiring manager

Take home project

In‑person or video interview with hiring team

Benefits 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

Welcoming and friendly work environment

Respect of work‑life balance

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibit 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.

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