Sr Embedded Systems Engineer I
Element Biosciences
| Company | Element Biosciences |
| Category | Engineering |
| Location | San Diego |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Senior |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Element Biosciences is developing high-performance scientific instrument platforms. This Senior Embedded Systems Engineer role focuses on designing, implementing, and validating embedded Linux applications with real-time communication capabilities for their instrument platform, reporting to the Senior Director of Embedded Systems.
What You'll Do
• Perform requirements gathering and system specification writing for embedded platform and applications
• Design, implement and validate embedded Linux application software with real-time communication and processing functionalities
• Integrate Linux kernel, BSP, bootloader, and hardware drivers for required functionality
• Conduct system bring-up activities and lead firmware/software functionality debugging
• Conduct performance profiling on data processing tasks in embedded SoCs and collaborate with team on validation and debugging
What You Need
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
• At least 3 years of industry experience in embedded firmware or embedded system development
• Hands-on experience with embedded system prototype bring-up
• Practical experience with embedded Linux system configuration, memory management, and driver integration
• Proficiency in C and C++ with practical experience using debugging tools and methodology
Nice to Have
• Experience with development and execution of automated tests and performance profilers
• Good knowledge of electronic components including FPGA and embedded processors/SoCs
• Experience in GPU or NPU kernel firmware development
• Linux knowledge and experience
Base compensation range not specified (listed as $XX–$XX). Eligible for stock options, discretionary annual bonus, no-cost health insurance plans, 401k with company match, and flexible paid time off. Base compensation depends on geographic location, qualifications, and experience.