Embedded Software Engineer
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property, and places. Silvus Technologies, acquired by Motorola Solutions in 2025, develops world-class advanced communications technologies with deep roots in DARPA research, reshaping the tactical communications landscape.
About the role
Silvus is seeking a full-time Embedded Software Engineer to join our Software Engineering team. The position is located at Silvus headquarters in West Los Angeles, CA on a hybrid schedule, with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays).
Responsibilities
- Implementation of the software portion of MAC (Medium Access Control) and mobile ad-hoc networking routing protocols.
- Network management software and web interface implementation.
- Implementation of different security protocols and encryption algorithms.
- Audio streaming and push-to-talk voice application implementation.
- Analyze and improve product security and robustness to meet regulatory requirements such as NIST FIPS 140-3 and NIAP Common Criteria.
- Implementation of testing software for product performance and reliability testing.
- Device driver and board support package development and maintenance for both ARM and RISC-V based systems.
- Linux system customization and scripting.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, or Communications Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant engineering fields.
- 3 years of relevant embedded system software development experience; 1 year of relevant experience with an advanced STEM degree.
- Expertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel driver development.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
- Successful clearance of a background check and drug test.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, or Communications Engineering, Computer Science.
- Knowledge and experience with security protocols and encryption algorithms such as suite of CNSA algorithms.
- Demonstrated experience with socket programming and various Internet/Ethernet protocols.
- Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system.
- Experience in AMD UltraScale+ MPSoC and Microchip Polarfire SoC BSP support package development.
- Deep understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), network protocols, data authentication, and encryption.
- Linux Interrupt Service Routine development.
Pay
$48.08 - $67.31 USD per hour. The pay range is based on market research and peer data and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Benefits
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
- 401K with Company Match
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
Travel requirements: Under 10%. Relocation assistance is not provided.