Lead Embedded Firmware Engineer, SmartSense (Boston, MA - Hybrid)

About the positionResponsibilities• Own architecture and delivery of embedded firmware (C/C++) for SmartSense sensors and gateways• Lead development of edge software running on embedded Linux platforms (Yocto, Ubuntu)• Ensure reliable telemetry, OTA updates, and 99%+ on-time system delivery across deployed fleet• Guide integration of AI/ML models into constrained edge environments• Partner cross-functionally with Product, Hardware, QA, and Cloud teams to define roadmaps• Drive CI/CD, Agile processes, and secure code practices (Git, Jenkins, Docker, Jira)• Mentor, hire, and grow a high-performing embedded and edge software teamRequirements• 10+ years of embedded systems or firmware experience on custom IoT hardware• Deep C/C++ expertise in low-power, real-time systems (MCUs, RTOS, peripherals)• Experience developing software for wireless devices (BLE, Zigbee, LTE)• Strong system-level thinking across embedded, Linux, and device-cloud interaction• Familiarity with deploying and optimizing TinyML / ML models at the edge• Comfortable debugging at the hardware/software boundary (oscilloscopes, JTAG, serial)• Strong communication skills and leadership experience across distributed teams• Must be based in the Boston area and available for hybrid on-site collaborationNice-to-haves• Experience with Digi XBee, cellular gateways, and edge telemetry architectures• Exposure to security/compliance frameworks (SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO 27001)• Cloud experience with AWS IoT, Azure IoT, or Google Cloud IoT CoreBenefits• short-term incentive program• new hire stock award• paid parental leave• open (uncapped) PTO• hybrid work environment• competitive medical, health & wellbeing and compensation offerings Apply tot his job