Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
About The Position
4D Tech Solutions, an AFS company, is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of embedded systems with onboard sensing, compute, and communications, including core system software across FPGA and Embedded Linux platforms. The role involves calibrating and troubleshooting embedded sensors in field conditions, developing graphical user interfaces for geospatial data visualization, and supporting system testing, demonstrations, and prototype evaluation. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who can move quickly between design, implementation, and field integration to advance next‑generation imaging technologies.
Requirements
- B.S. or higher in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or a similar degree
- 10+ years’ experience in design, development, and fielding of embedded systems
- 10+ years’ experience applying systems engineering fundamentals in a product engineering capacity
- 5+ years’ experience in C, C++ and/or Python programming language
- Markerboard proficiency in trigonometry and linear algebra
- US citizenship required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with embedded Linux development (PetaLinux/Raspberry Pi, etc.)
- Proficient in electronics design and EDA software such as KiCad, Circuit Studio, Eagle, etc.
- Familiarity with optics, lasers, LiDAR, and camera systems
- Experience with Xilinx Zynq architecture
- Experience with FPGA development and VHDL language
- Familiarity with Qt or another cross-platform user-interface toolkit
- Familiarity with mechanical design and applicable software (e.g., Solidworks)
- Experience developing graphical user interfaces (e.g., control stations for unmanned systems)
- Experience working with government customers (demonstrations/test events)
- Familiarity with NIST 800-171 security controls
- Familiarity with or certified to operate unmanned aerial systems (FAA Part 107 certification)
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of embedded systems with onboard sensing, compute, and communications.
- Develop core system software across FPGA and Embedded Linux platforms.
- Calibrate and troubleshoot embedded sensors in field conditions.
- Develop graphical user interfaces for geospatial data visualization.
- Support system testing, demonstrations, and prototype evaluation.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience
- Certifications
- Industry training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
