Software Engineer - Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates (VehicleOS)

About the position

As a Software Engineer - Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates at Applied Intuition, you will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge remote software update systems that enable seamless deployment of firmware, applications, and configuration updates to connected devices at scale. You will work on sophisticated OTA platforms that combine secure delivery mechanisms, cloud infrastructure, and device management to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient software updates across distributed device fleets. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the rapidly growing OTA market, building scalable update systems that handle millions of devices and support mission-critical applications across various industries.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable OTA update platforms that process and distribute software packages, firmware updates, and configuration changes to large fleets of connected devices using modern cloud-native architecture in C++ and Go.
• Architect and implement secure update delivery pipelines using technologies like cryptographic signing, encrypted communication channels, and authentication systems to ensure update integrity and prevent unauthorized modifications.
• Build and maintain cloud-based OTA infrastructure leveraging distributed systems, containerization with Docker, and orchestration frameworks to support high-volume, low-latency package distribution.
• Develop versatile package management systems for handling versioning, dependencies, and distribution of software components across diverse device ecosystems.
• Create efficient content delivery networks (CDNs) optimized specifically for package distribution to ensure fast and reliable updates even in bandwidth-constrained environments.
• Work on advanced monitoring and analytics systems that track update success rates, performance metrics, and provide real-time visibility into OTA campaign status across global device deployments.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in distributed systems development with strong proficiency in C++ and Go, and experience building scalable cloud-native applications.
• Experience with cloud platforms and DevOps practices including AWS, Azure, or GCP services, along with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and containerization technologies.
• Knowledge of secure software deployment including cryptographic signing, certificate management, encrypted communication protocols, and understanding of security best practices for remote updates.
• Manage packages for various types of devices running embedded Linux and real-time operating systems, implementing efficient deployment strategies for diverse hardware platforms.
• Proficiency in cloud-native development with microservices architecture patterns, API design, and service mesh technologies for building resilient distributed systems.
• Understanding of content delivery networks (CDNs) and package delivery networks (PDNs) for efficient global distribution of software updates.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with OTA frameworks and tools such as Mender, RAUC, SWUpdate, or similar platforms for managing firmware and software updates.
• Experience with Go's cloud development ecosystem including Go Cloud, gRPC, and other tools for building portable cloud applications.
• Proficiency with distributed database systems for managing device inventories, update states, and telemetry data across large-scale deployments.
• Understanding of fleet management systems and experience with device monitoring, remote diagnostics, and large-scale device lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance including experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and adherence to cybersecurity standards.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation for automating cloud resource provisioning and management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement benefits with employer match.
• Learning and wellness stipends.
• Paid time off.