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Cambridge Terahertz · 12 hours ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Contract) - Python/RFSOC/Petalinux

Cambridge Terahertz, based in Santa Clara, CA, is pioneering next-generation security with advanced Terahertz imaging technology. They are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop and integrate embedded and software systems for their real-time imaging platform, primarily using Python and C/C++ on a Petalinux system.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain embedded software in Python and C/C++
Integrate imaging systems with AI/ML pipelines, system management, cloud and GUI APIs, and hardware APIs
Build and test firmware and software for PetaLinux and Xilinx RFSoC / MPSoC / Kria systems
Create scripts and automation tools to support real-time system control and data flow
Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software engineers to debug and optimize system performance
Contribute to overall system architecture and design, bridging hardware and software boundaries

Qualification

Embedded LinuxPythonC/C++PetaLinuxRFSoC/MPSoC/KriaAI/ML pipelinesMATLABFPGA developmentDocumentationTeam collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Strong experience writing software for embedded Linux systems
Proficiency in Python and C/C++ for real-time or hardware-integrated applications
Familiarity with PetaLinux or Xilinx RFSoC/MPSoC/Kria platforms
Ability to reason about entire hardware/software systems and identify integration issues
Experience working with real-time data or imaging systems
Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving, experimental team environment
Must be based in the Silicon Valley area and available for periodic on-site work
Excellent documentation, teamwork, and communication skills
Strong communication and team collaboration skills

Preferred

Experience with MATLAB for algorithm prototyping or data analysis
Exposure to AI/ML pipelines or embedded inference
Familiarity with FPGA development workflows and RTL development

Benefits

Fast-paced, high-impact environment with top-tier peers.
Opportunity to work at the bleeding edge of wireless and imaging silicon technology.

Company

Cambridge Terahertz

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Cambridge Terahertz is a technology company that offers SaaS applications, REST APIs, and 3D imaging systems.

H1B Sponsorship

Cambridge Terahertz has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$12.01M
Key Investors
Felicis
2025-07-21Seed· $12.01M
2023-08-15Pre Seed

Leadership Team

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Nathan Monroe
CEO
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Anand Dixit
CTO/Co-Founder/Board member
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