Verkada · 7 hours ago
Lead Embedded Engineer - Intercom
San Mateo, CA United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$210K/yr - $300K/yr
10+ years expVerkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. The Lead Embedded Engineer will be responsible for developing the technical architecture for Verkada's cloud-managed Intercom systems, ensuring the delivery of best-in-class products and experiences while working closely with a dynamic team of engineers.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Enterprise SoftwareInternet of ThingsPhysical SecuritySmart Building
Responsibilities
You develop a vision for the future, and set the technical architecture for an entire product line
You think about delivering best-in-class products and experiences - not features
You can take a less-than-fully-fleshed-out product idea and drive it to completion
Self-motivated problem solver: At Verkada, you will tackle large, complex problems with no clear answers
Teach and learn: You will learn new technologies while being entrusted with the technical ownership of major systems, and we hope to learn something from you in turn
Growth mindset: As a fast-growing startup, every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth, and we want you to grow with us!
Qualification
Required
BS or a graduate degree in Computer Science, Maths, Engineering, or science
10+ years of experience working on Linux development as a Software Engineer
Proficient in C/C++
Familiar with Linux servers, Linux device drivers, Linux kernel patches, secure operating systems and security focused programming
Must be willing and able to work onsite five days per week
Must be willing to travel internationally 2x a year
Preferred
Preferred experience working with embedded Linux, cameras, and audio systems
Bash scripting experience
Experience with Yocto
Familiarity with Secure Boot
Familiarity with Go and Python
Familiarity with WebRTC
Experience working with Distributed Systems
Understanding of HTTP and practical debugging techniques
Benefits
Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
Expanded mental health support
Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
Professional development stipend
Fertility Stipend
Wellness/fitness benefits
Healthy lunches provided daily
Commuter benefits
Company
Verkada
A leader in cloud physical security, Verkada protects people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$814.3MKey Investors
CapitalGGeneral CatalystAlkeon Capital
2025-12-03Series Unknown· $20M
2025-09-01Debt Financing· $150M
2025-02-19Series E· $200M
Leadership Team
Filip Kaliszan
Founder & CEO
Benjamin Bercovitz
Co-founder
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