Senior Embedded Software Engineer

About the Role

We are developing a next-generation embedded telematics gateway that integrates vehicle data, video, audio, and edge-based AI to enable advanced fleet safety and intelligence. The platform combines GPS, accelerometers, LTE connectivity, OBD-II vehicle interfaces, cameras, and AI acceleration to generate real-time, on-device safety and event insights.

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with strong Linux and C++ expertise to lead development of the gateway application layer. This role is ideal for a highly capable, hands-on engineer who enjoys working close to hardware, owns complex embedded systems end-to-end, and contributes to innovative edge AI safety features.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain the embedded gateway application running on Linux-based platforms.

Implement reliable data collection pipelines from multiple on-device sources, including: Video cameras, Audio components, GPS and geolocation, Accelerometers and motion sensors, Vehicle data via CAN interfaces including OBD-II.

Develop secure, efficient mechanisms for transmitting collected data and events to the fleet management cloud.

Integrate and optimize system components involving LTE modems, sensors, and peripheral devices.

Contribute to advanced safety and event-generation features using edge-based AI processing.

Innovation: Participate in advanced safety and event-generation features, leveraging edge AI to improve driver and vehicle safety.

Ensure high standards of code quality, testing, reliability, and security.

Collaborate closely with product, QA, and operations teams while maintaining strong individual ownership.

Take responsibility for full task ownership, including development, testing, deployment, and production readiness.

Required Qualifications

Linux development experience: At least 5 years of experience developing applications and services in Linux-based environments.

C++ expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience developing C++ applications in a Linux environment.

Cross-platform development: Proven experience in cross-platform development.

Solid understanding of system-level programming, performance optimization, and resource-constrained environments.

Ability to work independently and own complex technical problems end-to-end.

Preferred Experience

Telematics systems: Hands-on experience with telemetry data collection, vehicle OBD-II interfaces, accelerometers, video processing, and telematics devices.

Edge AI: Experience deploying and running AI models on edge devices.

Embedded systems: Hands-on experience with embedded platforms and architectures such as Raspberry Pi, Ambarella, Rockchip, and similar systems.

Personal Attributes

Highly accountable with strong ownership mentality.

Comfortable working close to hardware and debugging system-level issues.

Self-directed and effective in fast-moving, resource-constrained environments.

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Clear communicator who collaborates well across hardware, AI, and cloud teams.

Why Join Us

• High-impact role working on real-world, safety-critical embedded systems.
• Significant technical ownership across the full device software stack.
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of telematics, video, and edge AI.
• Flexible work location with a strong engineering-focused culture.
• Build products that directly improve driver and vehicle safety.

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You go all in no matter what you do, and so do we. At Lytx, we’re powered by cutting-edge technology and Happy People. You want your work to make a positive impact in the world, and that’s what we do. Join our diverse team of hungry, humble and capable people united to make a difference.

Together, we help save lives on our roadways.

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