Senior Embedded Software Engineer (RTOS + Linux, Factory Support) at Ensunet Technology Group

Location: San Diego, CA (with occasional travel to factory just south of San Diego, Mexico)

Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Engagement (Contractor Role)

______

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience developing and supporting embedded systems in RTOS and Linux environments. This role is hands-on, focusing on embedded microcontroller development, Linux driver integration, and real-time factory support.

You will collaborate closely with hardware, software, and QA teams to ensure smooth integration, bring-up, and production readiness of advanced consumer electronics systems. The role also requires on-site factory support to troubleshoot and resolve issues during production cycles.

______

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and debug embedded software in RTOS and Linux environments

• Develop and maintain Linux kernel modules and user-space drivers

• Integrate media player functions (e.g. VLC), codecs, audio/video pipelines

• Implement capacitive sensing and HDMI CEC functionality into embedded systems

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless hardware-software integration

• Support factory bring-up, trial runs, and mass production troubleshooting

• Develop automated test software to validate product performance on the factory line

• Participate in code reviews, system bring-up, and production readiness validation

______

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development (C/C++)

• Strong background in RTOS and Linux-based systems

• Hands-on experience with Linux kernel drivers / modules

• Familiarity with capacitive sensing technologies and HDMI CEC protocols

• Experience in media systems: codecs, audio/video containers, playback integration

• Prior exposure to factory / production line support is highly preferred

• Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and cross-team collaboration skills

• Willingness to be onsite in San Diego with factory support in Mexico

______

Compensation

• Based on experience and skills)

• Additional travel coverage for factory support assignments