Picarro · 20 hours ago
Senior Staff Software Engineer
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $200K/yr
12+ years expPicarro is a leader in optical spectroscopy solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer – Embedded Systems to architect and develop embedded software for their advanced instrumentation. The role involves technical leadership, hands-on software development, cross-functional collaboration, and mentorship within the embedded systems domain.
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Responsibilities
Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of Linux-based embedded systems, including device drivers, services, and communication interfaces
Define and maintain system-level interfaces between firmware, FPGA modules, and high-level applications
Drive platform-level decisions related to performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability
Champion best practices for embedded software design, code quality, and modular architecture
Develop robust, high-performance code in C/C++ for embedded Linux and real-time environments
Contribute to board bring-up, hardware abstraction layers, and low-level device integration
Troubleshoot complex system-level issues spanning hardware, firmware, and software boundaries
Implement comprehensive unit and system-level testing to ensure high product reliability
Work closely with hardware, firmware, and application teams to deliver cohesive system solutions
Partner with product and systems engineering teams to evaluate trade-offs and optimize designs
Engage with external vendors or consultants for specialized firmware and driver components
Mentor engineers in advanced embedded development techniques and system design principles
Serve as a subject matter expert and thought leader within the embedded systems domain
Influence technical direction and elevate engineering standards across the organization
Drive adoption of modern embedded development practices including CI/CD, automated testing, and version control
Participate in and lead technical reviews—ensuring architectural integrity and alignment with long-term goals
Ensure compliance with internal quality metrics and external regulatory standards
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
12+ years of experience in embedded systems software design and development, with proven success delivering complex, production-grade systems
Demonstrated experience leading major technical initiatives or system architectures within embedded platforms or instrumentation
Expert in C/C++ programming for embedded Linux and/or real-time systems
Deep understanding of Linux kernel, device drivers, and hardware bring-up
Strong grasp of microcontroller firmware, FPGA interfaces, and cross-layer communication
Experience with system-level performance tuning, debugging, and optimization
Familiarity with Python or scripting for automation and testing
Proficient with modern tools: Git, Jira, CI/CD pipelines, and embedded debugging environments
Strong ability to lead by influence—aligning teams around technical direction without formal management authority
Excellent communication and documentation skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem solving
Preferred
Experience developing software for CRDS systems, analytical instrumentation, or similar complex hardware platforms
Knowledge of embedded software compliance and regulatory requirements
Prior experience improving system-level design processes and mentoring teams on scalable embedded architectures
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans
Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Referral Program
401K
Social events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.)
On-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges, outdoor bootcamp, flu-shots, etc.)
Company
Picarro
Picarro produces gas analyzers for a variety of markets, including atmospheric science, greenhouse gas measurement, air quality, and others.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$56.5MKey Investors
Focus VenturesBenchmark
2012-07-25Series D· $7M
2004-12-14Series C· $15M
2003-06-04Series B· $12.5M
Leadership Team
Alex Balkanski
CEO
Nipun Soni
Chief Financial Officer
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