Research Engineer I / II - Embedded Development Engineer
About the role
SRI is seeking a Research Engineer (Level I or II) onsite in Boulder, CO, to support the design, development, and prototyping of advanced embedded systems for sensing and real-time applications. This role emphasizes embedded software and hardware integration, real-time data acquisition and control, and hands-on laboratory development. You will work within multidisciplinary teams to develop embedded systems supporting cellular, radar, communications, quantum sensing, photonics, and other remote sensing applications. The ideal candidate enjoys working close to the software, developing and integrating embedded platforms, interfacing with sensors and electronics, and solving complex problems through hands-on prototyping and testing. This position is part of the Advanced Technology and Systems Division (ATSD), which develops innovative, high-performance technologies across domains including radar and electronic warfare, imaging, robotics, quantum sensing, and applied optics.
Responsibilities
- Develops embedded software and firmware under guidance from senior engineers
- Implements and tests interfaces to sensors, data converters, peripherals, and other hardware
- Develops and tests software tools, services, and automation used to configure, operate, and evaluate embedded systems
- Contributes to automated unit