Freelance Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Utah

Description

Location: On-site in Salt Lake City, Utah

Build the embedded software that helps robotic systems operate reliably in complex, real-world environments. Palladyne AI (NASDAQ: PDYN) is seeking to hire an Embedded Software Engineer to develop Linux-based software in modern C++ and solve system-level performance and integration challenges for robotic systems. 

You'll contribute across the software lifecycle from object-oriented design and implementation through testing and deployment. Your work will involve multithreaded systems, interprocess communication, real-time constraints, and software that must perform reliably as part of standalone robotic systems deployed to customer sites. 

Palladyne AI is a U.S.-based defense and industrial technology company that delivers embodied AI-powered collaborative autonomy solutions, advanced avionics, precision-manufactured components, UAVs, and advanced aerospace design services. 

This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys working close to the system level, debugging challenging software behavior, and collaborating with other engineers to build reliable embedded software for robotic systems deployed in real-world environments. 

What You'll Do 

• Develop embedded software for Linux-based robotic systems using modern C++. 
• Build software that meets performance, security, reliability, and real-time requirements. 
• Develop software that communicates with other components through interprocess communication, internet protocols, and embedded systems protocols. 
• Work with modern C++ concepts and system-level functionality, including smart pointers, threads, containers, UNIX system calls, processes, file systems, and database connections. 
• Design and document object-oriented software and create test plans that support high-quality, maintainable code. 
• Develop multithreaded and interprocess software that can complete goals within defined time constraints. 
• Diagnose and optimize system-level performance to support reliable operation on embedded robotic platforms. 
• Participate in the team's agile software development process and collaborate across engineering disciplines throughout development and integration. 
• Develop software for standalone systems that will be deployed to customer sites. 

What Makes Someone Successful Here 

• You enjoy understanding how software components, operating systems, and robotic systems work together. 
• You approach complex technical problems methodically and are comfortable debugging at the system level. 
• You care about writing clear, maintainable, well-documented code. 
• You consider performance, timing, security, and reliability as part of how you design software. 
• You communicate technical ideas clearly and collaborate effectively with other engineers. 
• You take ownership of your work while knowing when to bring in teammates to solve broader system challenges. 
• You are curious and adaptable when working through unfamiliar technical problems. 
• You maintain strong safety awareness when working with physical robotic systems. 

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience. 
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, or electrical engineering. 
• Strong proficiency in modern C++, including multithreading, smart pointers, containers, UNIX system calls, processes, file systems, and database connectivity. 
• Experience with system-level programming and optimizing performance of systems. 
• Experience managing software projects with Git. 
• Experience with multithreaded programming, interprocess communication, and UNIX-style processes. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with UAVs. 
• Experience with PX4, ArduPilot, and Mavlink. 
• Experience with Gazebo and Unreal Engine. 
• Experience building secure software systems. 

Location & Work Setting 

This position is on-site in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role also requires the ability to stand or sit for extended time periods. 

Benefits & Perks 

• $115,000 - $175,000 annual salary
• 401(k) with company match. 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 
• Paid time off and company holidays. 
• Professional development opportunities. 

Work Authorization & Clearance 

This position requires the ability to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Depending on the nature of the work, the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance may be required. Candidates may be asked to provide additional information relevant to clearance eligibility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. 

The Fine Print 

No third-party candidates will be accepted. Palladyne AI is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.