samsara
Senior Firmware Engineer
At a Glance
- Location
- United States
- Work Regime
- remote
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Posted
- 2026-02-13T20:02:00-05:00
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Domain Knowledge
- Embedded Systems
- Manufacturing
Requirements
Proficient in Linux development in C, including bootloaders, kernel configuration, device drivers, device tree, and userspace tools.
Experience with cross-platform development, build tools (GNU toolchain, Yocto, buildroot) and Docker containers
Experience integrating/adapting Open Source Software to meet project requirements
Ability to read schematics and integrated circuit device datasheets for board support package development.
Experience bringing products through the full software lifecycle - from early prototyping, board bring-up, release to manufacturing, to post-release support
6+ Years of embedded software and/or hardware experience
Responsibilities
We’re looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer – eLinux to join our Safety OS Platform team.
This group builds the Linux-based foundation that powers Samsara’s Safety devices — enabling real-time safety alerts, AI detections, and connected workflows used by millions of drivers worldwide.
You’ll own and evolve the embedded Linux stack across multiple hardware platforms, driving improvements in system stability, boot performance, and hardware integration.
This role calls for deep hands-on expertise in Linux internals, device drivers, and board bring-up, with a focus on building reliable, production-ready systems that scale to millions of deployed units