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Overview AI · 21 hours ago

Staff Systems Software Engineer (Python/Docker/Edge Devices/ IoT)

United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $220K/yr

7+ years exp

Overview AI is a global startup focused on edge AI technology, and they are seeking a Staff Systems Software Engineer with strong Embedded Linux experience. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining software for their NVIDIA Jetson-based edge AI camera, ensuring robustness and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionIndustrial AutomationMachine LearningSoftware

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain system-level and application-level software for NVIDIA Jetson devices

Implement and own OTA for our deployed device fleet

Write Python application code for device control, edge logic, monitoring, and data flows

Work with C/C++ components for performance-critical functionality

Integrate camera/video pipelines to capture, process, and analyze real-time video streams

Debug Linux systems involving multiple services, containers, and custom applications

Tune performance across the stack: kernel, services, containers, and user applications

Use Docker containers for packaging and deploying edge software components

Collaborate with hardware vendors to diagnose and resolve system-level issues

Work with backend/API teams to maintain reliable device–server communication

Qualification

Embedded LinuxPythonC++DockerNetworking fundamentalsDebugging Linux applicationsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

7+ years of experience in Linux-based embedded systems or systems software

5+ years of Python development experience

Solid C++ skills in a Linux environment

Experience with SBC or Embedded Linux platforms

Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, TLS/HTTPS, certificates)

Experience debugging Linux applications and services (systemd, logs, containers)

Strong problem-solving skills and independent ownership mindset

Clear communication and collaboration skills

Preferred

Experience implementing OTA systems or device-update workflows

Experience with Docker containerization

NodeRED, Flask, or REST API development

Industrial automation background (PLC ladder logic, Structured Text)

Industrial protocols: EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, RS232, RS485, CANbus

Experience with OpenCV, GStreamer, or real-time video processing

Experience with FTP/SFTP/SMB, NTP synchronization, or device-to-server messaging

Experience with fleet management of edge devices

Benefits

Unlimited PTO – we care about results, not hours.

Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental, and vision.

Remote-first flexibility – work anywhere with a stable network.

Direct access to leadership – collaborate with founders and senior execs.

Career acceleration – be part of a team that scales fast and promotes from within.

Company

Overview AI

Overview provides deep learning vision systems and a quality workflow platform.

Founded in 2018

San Francisco, California, USA

11-50 employees

https://www.overview.ai/

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