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Embedded Software Engineer | Foster City, CA
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Foster City , CA

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Onsite

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Contract

Foster City, CA

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Onsite

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Contract

Job ID 75984|Posted Aug 28, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our innovative team as an Embedded Software Engineer and play a vital role in advancing autonomous safety-critical systems. In this dynamic position, you'll develop cutting-edge embedded software and tooling for automated test infrastructure, supporting the future of autonomous technology. Your expertise will enable cross-functional collaboration to create sensor emulators, test frameworks, and hardware/software integrations that ensure product reliability and performance in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
  • 4+ years of industry experience in embedded software development
  • Strong proficiency in C++, with a focus on low-latency, high-performance applications in user and kernel space
  • Extensive experience with Linux development, including networking and system-level programming
  • Proficiency in Python scripting, automation, and testing frameworks such as Pytest
  • Experience with Git, build systems like Bazel, and unit testing (e.g., GTest)
  • Hands-on experience building hardware/software integration test frameworks using interfaces such as Ethernet, I2C, SPI, and CAN

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Linux kernel development and device driver implementation for embedded systems
  • Experience with ARM cores using Xilinx SDK and MPSoC platforms
  • Familiarity with Yocto or Petalinux, FPGA development, SystemVerilog, and HDL verification
  • Knowledge of high-speed protocols (PCIe, MIPI CSI-2), PTP/IEEE 1588, and Automotive Ethernet
  • Ability to read and analyze electronic schematics, PCB design, and manufacturing workflows

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant technical fields
  • 4 or more years of pertinent industry experience specializing in embedded systems, Linux development, or hardware/software integration

Other Requirements:

  • Must complete a background check and drug screening upon offer acceptance
  • Onsite presence required in Foster City, CA, with a 5-day in-office workweek

We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion across our team. If you’re passionate about innovative embedded systems and eager to contribute to transformative autonomous technology, we encourage you to apply and bring your unique perspective to our growing team!

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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