Cambridge Terahertz · 8 hours ago
Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Contract)
Cambridge Terahertz is pioneering next-generation security with advanced Terahertz imaging technology. They are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop and integrate embedded software systems for real-time imaging platforms, primarily using Python.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain embedded software in Python and C/C++
Integrate imaging systems with AI/ML pipelines and hardware APIs
Build and test firmware and software for PetaLinux and Xilinx RFSoC / 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
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/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
Benefits
Fast-paced, high-impact environment with top-tier peers.
Opportunity to work at the bleeding edge of wireless and imaging silicon technology.
Duration: ~3 months, with potential for full-time conversion.
Company
Cambridge Terahertz
Cambridge Terahertz is a technology company that offers SaaS applications, REST APIs, and 3D imaging systems.
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$12.01MKey Investors
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2025-07-21Seed· $12.01M
2023-08-15Pre Seed
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