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Applied Intuition · 1 day ago

Software Engineer - Over-the-Air Updates

positionMountain View, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$183K/yr - $253K/yr
date4+ years exp

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. As a Software Engineer - Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates, you will develop cutting-edge remote software update systems for connected devices, ensuring reliable and secure software updates across distributed device fleets.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesEnterprise SoftwareInfrastructureSoftware
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Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable OTA update platforms that process and distribute software packages, firmware updates, and configuration changes to large fleets of connected devices using modern cloud-native architecture in C++ and Go
Architect and implement secure update delivery pipelines using technologies like cryptographic signing, encrypted communication channels, and authentication systems to ensure update integrity and prevent unauthorized modifications
Build and maintain cloud-based OTA infrastructure leveraging distributed systems, containerization with Docker, and orchestration frameworks to support high-volume, low-latency package distribution
Develop versatile package management systems for handling versioning, dependencies, and distribution of software components across diverse device ecosystems
Create efficient content delivery networks (CDNs) optimized specifically for package distribution to ensure fast and reliable updates even in bandwidth-constrained environments
Work on advanced monitoring and analytics systems that track update success rates, performance metrics, and provide real-time visibility into OTA campaign status across global device deployments

Qualification

C++GoCloud-native applicationsAWSAzureGCPCI/CD pipelinesContainerizationCryptographic signingEmbedded LinuxMicroservices architectureAPI designContent delivery networksInfrastructure as codeSoft skills

Required

4+ years of experience in distributed systems development with strong proficiency in C++ and Go, and experience building scalable cloud-native applications
Experience with cloud platforms and DevOps practices including AWS, Azure, or GCP services, along with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and containerization technologies
Knowledge of secure software deployment including cryptographic signing, certificate management, encrypted communication protocols, and understanding of security best practices for remote updates
Manage packages for various types of devices running embedded Linux and real-time operating systems, implementing efficient deployment strategies for diverse hardware platforms
Proficiency in cloud-native development with microservices architecture patterns, API design, and service mesh technologies for building resilient distributed systems
Understanding of content delivery networks (CDNs) and package delivery networks (PDNs) for efficient global distribution of software updates

Preferred

Experience with OTA frameworks and tools such as Mender, RAUC, SWUpdate, or similar platforms for managing firmware and software updates
Experience with Go's cloud development ecosystem including Go Cloud, gRPC, and other tools for building portable cloud applications
Proficiency with distributed database systems for managing device inventories, update states, and telemetry data across large-scale deployments
Understanding of fleet management systems and experience with device monitoring, remote diagnostics, and large-scale device lifecycle management
Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance including experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and adherence to cybersecurity standards
Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation for automating cloud resource provisioning and management
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps engineers, security specialists, product managers, and device firmware teams to deliver comprehensive OTA solutions

Benefits

Equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage
401k retirement benefits with employer match
Learning and wellness stipends
Paid time off

Company

Applied Intuition

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Applied Intuition provides software infrastructure to safely develop, test, and deploy autonomous vehicles
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dateFounded in 2017
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Mountain View, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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https://appliedintuition.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (122)
2024 (56)
2023 (33)
2022 (16)
2021 (4)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.5B
Key Investors
General Catalyst
2025-06-17Series F· $600M
2024-07-25Secondary Market· $300M
2024-03-11Series E· $250M

Leadership Team

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Qasar Younis
Co-Founder and CEO
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Peter Ludwig
CTO and Co-founder
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Recent News

Applied Intuition, Inc.
Announcing a $40M Series B Funding Led by General Catalyst
2026-01-12
FinSMEs
Applied Intuition Raises $125M in Series C Funding
2026-01-12
Andreessen Horowitz
Applied Intuition Series C
2026-01-12
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