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Symphony Industrial Ai, Inc.
Principal software engineer job in Palo Alto, CA
Introduction
SymphonyAI is at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to transform industries and drive business growth. As a global leader in AI-powered solutions, we empower organizations to harness the full potential of data-driven insights. SymphonyAI enterprise applications rapidly deliver transformative business value across retail, CPG, financial services, manufacturing, media, Enterprise IT (SymphonyAI Summit) and the public sector. SymphonyAI combines unrivalled AI technology, vertical expertise and industry-specific data and insights into applications that drive the highest value for customers. We are one of the largest and fastest growing AI portfolios.
Job Description
We are seeking an Senior Performance Test Engineer to lead performance, load, stress, spike, and endurance testing for our web applications, APIs, and data platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in designing, executing, and analyzing performance tests to ensure scalability, stability, and high performance of enterprise‑grade systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement performance test strategies covering load, stress, spike, and endurance testing for web, API, and data‑driven applications.
Develop and maintain performance test scripts using leading tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner, K6).
Collaborate with development, operations, and data platform teams to identify performance bottlenecks and optimize system performance.
Set up and execute end‑to‑end performance test scenarios in CI/CD pipelines.
Analyze test results, monitor key performance metrics (throughput, latency, resource utilisation), and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
Conduct performance baselining, capacity planning, and tuning for backend systems and data pipelines.
Generate detailed performance test reports and communicate findings to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Participate in architectural reviews to ensure performance and scalability best practices are incorporated.
Mentor junior testers and contribute to ongoing improvement of the performance testing framework.
Required Skills and Experience
5-8 years in software performance testing with hands‑on experience in load, stress, spike, and endurance testing.
Tools: Proficiency in at least one major performance testing tool (e.g., JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner, K6, Locust).
Monitoring & Analysis: Experience with APM and monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus, New Relic, AppDynamics, Dynatrace).
Programming/Scripting: Strong knowledge of scripting in Java, Python, or JavaScript for test automation and custom metric tracking.
Protocols: Strong understanding of HTTP/HTTPS, REST, WebSocket, and database connectivity.
Data Platforms: Experience testing data‑heavy systems such as Hadoop, Spark, StarRocks, Iceberg, or similar distributed data platforms.
Performance Engineering: Experience in result analysis, tuning JVM, database query optimisation, and cloud scaling (AWS/GCP/Azure).
CI/CD Integration: Hands‑on experience integrating performance tests into pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
Soft Skills: Analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications or Good to Have
Experience with benchmarking frameworks for large‑scale data platforms.
Knowledge of containerised environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
Exposure to observability stacks (ELK/EFK, OpenTelemetry).
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Exposure to AI / Generative AI applications or machine learning model testing.
About Us
SymphonyAI Enterprise IT is part of the Symphony AI group with over 3000 talented leaders, data scientists, and other professionals incubate and build SymphonyAI Group solutions.
SymphonyAI Enterprise IT, an innovative AI‑powered firm based in Palo Alto, California. Our product range includes ITSM, ITAM, digital agent, and service automation solutions. With a global footprint covering North America, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and India, we're at the forefront of IT innovation. Recognised as an honourable mention in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for ITSM Platforms and consistently awarded as a Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for five consecutive years, Summit leads the way in industry innovation.
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$112k-154k yearly est. 1d ago
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Senior PMM, CUDA-X Libraries - Lead GTM & Content
Nvidia Corporation 4.9
Principal software engineer job in Santa Clara, CA
A leading technology company located in California seeks an experienced product marketer to join its team. This role involves leading go-to-market strategies for the CUDA-X libraries, creating compelling content, and engaging with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience in technology marketing and a solid understanding of NVIDIA's platforms, along with strong public speaking skills. Competitive salary offered up to $287,500 plus equity.
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A leading technology company in Cupertino is seeking a litigator to join their commercial litigation team. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in litigation, particularly in competition-related matters. Strong communication, analytical, and negotiation skills are essential. This role includes formulating strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing regulatory investigations. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.
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$166k-221k yearly est. 4d ago
Principal UEFI Firmware Design Engineer
Arm Limited 4.8
Principal software engineer job in San Jose, CA
Arm technology is becoming the platform of choice for compute and AI. The Arm System Engineering team's mission is to architect, design, and develop server and rack-level infrastructure for at-scale datacenter deployments. The team capabilities span across system hardware, software, system interconnect, system management storage, data center infrastructure and performance engineering. The team responsibilities include customer engagements, technology selection, system design, network architecture, performance, and datacenter deployment & operations. The Arm System Engineering team is developing industry-leading technology to deliver innovative and high-performing solutions to power the data centers of the future!
Job Overview:
We are looking for a Principal UEFI Firmware Design Engineer to lead and drive the development of UEFI firmware across server and rack-scale platforms, primarily targeted for hyperscale data center environments. This role requires deep expertise in UEFI as applied to Servers based on ARM architecture, strong experience with CI/CD development workflows, and a proven track record of collaborating with ODM design partners to deliver high-quality, scalable firmware solutions. You will play a critical role in shaping the architecture, roadmap, and execution of next-generation platform management firmware.
Responsibilities:
Lead the architecture, design, development, and deployment of UEFI-based firmware for hyperscale server and rack management platforms.
Define and drive BMC feature development to meet hyperscaler requirements for reliability, scale, serviceability, and automation.
Collaborate closely with ODM partners through all phases of the design and development lifecycle - from concept to mass production-ensuring timely and high-quality firmware deliverables.
Guide and support integration of UEFI firmware into CI/CD pipelines, including automated builds, regression testing, static analysis, and deployment workflows.
Design and implement robust and scalable firmware interfaces for platform initialization (CPU, Memory, PCIe and interconnects), system firmware security (RoT, Chain-of-trust, Signed FW updates, Secure Boot, etc.), Server RAS, and firmware update infrastructure.
Partner with hardware, BMC, security, systems, and validation teams to drive alignment across the entire platform stack.
Lead debug efforts on complex hardware/firmware/system issues in lab and production environments.
Contribute to the UEFI/EDKII upstream community and drive adoption of industry standards relevant to hyperscale firmware management.
Prior experience in UEFI development for ARM Servers is a MUST. Prior development experience in EDK II codebase is a MUST. Prior development experience in AMI Aptio codebase is desired.
Required Skills and Experience :
Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
10+ years of hands-on experience in UEFI firmware development, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead engineering role.
Strong expertise with UEFI, Tiano and related firmware code structures, and system firmware / software design.
Experience leading UEFI firmware solutions in hyperscale environments (e.g., cloud service providers, large-scale data center infrastructure).
Proficiency in C/C++, Linux / Windows kernel and userspace development, and scripting languages (Python, Bash).
Deep knowledge of cache coherency protocols, DDR memory training concepts, PCIe sub-system for storage, networking, graphics controllers and accelerators.
Solid understanding of server and rack-level hardware architecture (e.g., power delivery, thermal control, FRUs, sensors).
Knowledge of BIOS-BMC interactions for the purposes of platform initialization, platform RAS, telemetry, firmware updates etc.
Proven experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) for firmware development and validation.
Experience with code static analysis tools and vulnerability scanners.
Experience with system-level debug tools such as logic analyzers, JTAG, GDB.
Extensive experience working with and leading ODM/JDM partners, including technical leadership, reviews, and issue triage.
Nice To Have Skills and Experience :
Prior contributions to the UEFI/EDK II open-source community.
Familiarity with firmware security technologies (secure boot, measured boot, signed images, TPM integration).
Exposure to server platform architecture (x86/ARM), PCIe, BMC SoCs, and associated peripherals.
Experience with DevOps or cloud-native workflows is a plus.
In Return:
Be part of a groundbreaking team influencing the next generation of data center systems!
Collaborate with premier engineers and vendors to develop industry-leading AI hardware.
Access professional growth through sophisticated project involvement and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Join a company committed to diversity and inclusion, where your work matters and drives global progress!
Salary Range:
$253,300-$342,700 per year
We value people as individuals and our dedication is to reward people competitively and equitably for the work they do and the skills and experience they bring to Arm. Salary is only one component of Arm's offering. The total reward package will be shared with candidates during the recruitment and selection process.
Accommodations at Arm
Accommodations contact email: accommodations@arm.com. To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.
Hybrid Working at Arm
Arm's approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team's needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.
Equal Opportunities at Arm
Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don't discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$253.3k-342.7k yearly 5d ago
Manager, SW Engineering
Roku, Inc. 4.9
Principal software engineer job in San Jose, CA
Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is changing how the world watches TV
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.
About the team
Roku pioneered streaming to the TV and continues to innovate and lead the industry. As we strive to influence the future of television globally, including TV advertising, the ongoing success depends heavily on our investment in the Content Management System. With Roku providing millions of movies, episodes, news, and channels, the Content Management System plays a vital role in managing content ingestion, selection, enrichment, and curation. We are seeking engineers capable of developing, designing, and deploying highly scalable, dependable applications, tools, and automation frameworks essential for efficiently handling the vast volume of content in our pipeline.
About the role
Roku pioneered TV streaming and continues to innovate and lead the industry. The Roku Channel has us well-positioned to help shape the future of streaming. Continued success relies on investing in the Roku Cloud TV Platform, so we deliver high quality streaming TV experience at a global scale.
You will be part of the Roku Content Management System and Tools Engineering team, playing a key role in developing the next generation content management systems that drive content ingestion, selection, management, and curation workflows. These systems are vital for empowering critical functions like Search and Recommendation on the Roku Platform. Your projects will have a direct impact on millions of Roku users globally. Throughout, you'll collaborate with key stakeholders across various Roku engineering teams and take the lead in designing our content management system.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical leadership, bring endless curiosity and can pair a global mindset with locally relevant execution. You should be a gritty problem solver and self-starter who can drive programs with the product and commercial teams within Roku and across external strategic partner organizations. The successful candidate will display a balance of hard and soft skills, including the ability to respond quickly to changing business needs.
What you'll be doing
Lead and grow a high-performing engineering team responsible for content ingestion, enrichment, QC automation, and partner portal systems.
Architect and scale distributed systems that handle millions of assets and metadata records, ensuring reliability and low-latency processing.
Collaborate with product and operational partners to deliver a world‑class Partner Portal that empowers studios, networks, and content providers to onboard and manage their catalogs seamlessly.
Drive automation across video, audio, artwork, and metadata QC, integrating AI/ML‑based services to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Partner cross‑functionally to streamline content delivery and operational workflows.
Provide technical direction, conduct code and design reviews, and ensure best practices in performance, observability, and security.
Manage individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables.
Recruit and mentor engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and accountability.
We're excited if you have
5+ years proven track record in hiring, building and leading high‑caliber product engineering teams.
8+ years of software development experience with deep technical knowledge and expertise in building high availability, large‑scale distributed systems and services.
Proven experience in building scalable, distributed backend systems in cloud environments such as AWS, GCP or Azure.
Strong understanding of microservice and event‑driven architectures, including experience with messaging and streaming frameworks like Kafka, SQS, or similar technologies.
Strong leadership, collaboration and communication skills in working with cross‑functional teams across the organization and delivering on big and ambitious goals.
Deep understanding of content management, metadata processing, and media workflow automation.
Experience in designing or integrating partner‑facing platforms or portals for content or data management.
Ability to handle periodic on‑call duty as well as out‑of‑band requests; strong written and verbal communication skills.
Bachelor's degree in computer science plus 8 years of experience or equivalent; Master's degree preferred.
Benefits
Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.
The Roku Culture
Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast‑paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.
We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem‑solvers, which itself is a two‑part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.
To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit ************************************
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$207k-280k yearly est. 2d ago
Senior IR & LP Capital Formation Lead
P2P 3.2
Principal software engineer job in Menlo Park, CA
A leading venture capital firm is seeking an Associate Director for Capital Formation and Investor Relations. The successful candidate will cover relationship development, manage limited partners, and analyze venture capital market data. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, along with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. The anticipated salary is between $253,000 and $295,000, with various benefits including health insurance and a 401K plan.
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$253k-295k yearly 2d ago
Senior Embedded C++ Software Engineer - Mountain View, CA
Aeva, Inc. 4.2
Principal software engineer job in Mountain View, CA
About us:
Aeva's mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, security, and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position, allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a Software Development Engineer with an emphasis on Embedded systems. You are a self-starter and comfortable working on designs from initial architecture through production.
What you'll do:
Design and implement real-time applications on ARM processors interfacing with multiple sensors mainly in C++.
Participate in the team's software processes, including requirements and design documentation, test‑plan generation and execution, peer design and code reviews, process feedback, and improvements.
Debug complicated issues as they arise during product development.
Work in a dynamic and fast‑pace environment.
What you have:
5+ years of experience developing C++ multi‑threaded applications, ideally for QNX targeting multiple ARM cores.
Experience in profiling and benchmarking C++ applications and optimizing code for maximum performance.
Experience developing applications that interact with HW on QNX.
Experience working cross‑functionally with other teams such as DSP, Hardware, and Testing teams.
Passion to make embedded SW applications resilient, safe, and production‑grade.
Experience with scripting languages: Python, and Shell scripts.
Hands‑on experience with modern build systems, particularly Bazel.
Nice‑to‑haves:
Experience with one or more of the following: Microcontrollers, SoC, device drivers, hardware bring‑up, power management, performance optimization or hardware/software integration, and RTOS.
Experience developing applications with ROS / ROS2.
Familiarity with processes such as ASPICE and Static Analysis Tools.
Understanding of MISRA guidelines.
Experience in implementing or integrating diagnostics (UDS services, DIDs, DTCs) within AUTOSAR communication stacks.
Skilled in developing with automotive communication protocols (CAN, Automotive Ethernet, SOME/IP) and industrial Ethernet protocols.
Experience integrating embedded software into HIL/SIL validation environments.
What's in it for you:
Be part of a fast paced and dynamic team
Very competitive compensation and meaningful stock grants
Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
Unlimited PTO: We care about results, not punching timecards
$132,400 - $209,600 a year
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Principal software engineer job in Mountain View, CA
**Job Description:**GM is developing the next generation of embedded platform software to deliver state-of-the-art features to our customers. To achieve that goal, we are looking for technical managers who coach their teams to success and mentor their direct reports to achieve their potential.The Autonomy Interface SW team is responsible for the software that configures devices like lidars, cameras, radars, and IMUs and delivers sensor data to the AV stack running on GM vehicles. We are looking for a talented Engineering Manager to lead, manage, and grow our Camera platform SW engineering team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in embedded systems and camera technology with strong leadership skills to mentor engineers, drive cross-functional collaboration, and deliver high-quality, performant software solutions. Work with technical lead(s) to set the technical direction for the team, and anticipate strategic and scaling-related challenges Work with Engineering Leadership and Technical Program Managers to create and execute on a roadmap for your team Conduct performance reviews, identify top performers, and support their growth into Technical Leadership or Engineering Management roles4+ years experience managing teams who have shipped and support scalable production systems5+ years experience in softwareengineering roles Effective interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent real world experience* Deep understanding of SoC architectures and hardware communication protocols (I²C, SPI, PCIe, USB).* Familiarity with industry-specific frameworks (e.g., Android Camera HAL3, QCOM, or Nvidia video frameworks).* Experience with computer vision or image processing algorithms and performance optimization.Experience building or managing performance and safety critical systems or similar Experience with DO-178, ISO-26262, or IEC-62304 Experience with modern C++11 or later development Experience working with ROS or other robotics frameworks Hands-on experience with camera/video subsystems, including MIPI-CSI interfaces, V4L2 frameworks, and Image Signal Processors (ISP) ***Hybrid:** This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to an office location three times per week, at minimum.****Compensation*****:**The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of the California Bay Area.The salary range for this role is $185,600.00 to $285,000.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. ***Benefits:***Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, **email**us or call us at ************. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility.We are determined to lead change for the world through technology, ingenuity and harnessing the creativity of our diverse team. Join us to help lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all by becoming a member of GM's . As a part of our Talent Community, you will receive updates about GM, open roles, career insights and more.Please note that filling out the form below will not add you to our Talent Community automatically; you will need to use the link above. If you are seeking to apply to a specific role, we encourage you to click “Apply Now” on the job posting of interest.
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$185.6k-285k yearly 5d ago
Software Principal Engineer- Data Storage
Dell 4.8
Principal software engineer job in Santa Clara, CA
SoftwarePrincipalEngineer The SoftwareEngineering team delivers next-generation application enhancements and new products for a changing world. Working at the cutting edge, we design and develop software for platforms, peripherals, applications and diagnostics - all with the most advanced technologies, tools, softwareengineering methodologies and the collaboration of internal and external partners.
Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a SoftwarePrincipalEngineer on our SoftwareEngineering Team in Santa Clara, California. (Local Candidates Only)
As a SoftwarePrincipalEngineer, you will be responsible for developing sophisticated systems and software based on the customer's business goals, needs and general business environment creating software solutions.
Design, develop, and maintain different components of a Data Protection storage appliance
Debug and resolve complex software, hardware, and network issues in production environments
Take part in the full software development life cycle, including development, test, continuous delivery, and support
Be an active member of an agile team, collaboratively realizing features through development, test, and delivery
8+ years of experience in all phases of software development: feasibility, design, implementation, integration, test, delivery, and automation
~ Strong Linux/Distributed system knowledge and hands-on experience, with experience in designing and implementing complex systems
~ Proficient programming and debugging skills in C/C++ or Go, along with knowledge of version control (Git) and bug tracking systems (JIRA)
~ Experience in developing software for storage appliances
Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, diagnostic skills with knowledge of performance analysis tools and techniques for multi-threaded distributed systems
If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we're looking for you.
Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Read the full Equal Employment Opportunity Policy here .
A leading technology company seeks a Senior Embedded Software/QA Engineer in San Jose, California. In this role, you will develop software for advanced traction inverter applications while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Experience with C programming and embedded systems is essential. The company offers a competitive salary range of $132,000 to $195,000 plus benefits and stock options.
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$132k-195k yearly 1d ago
Systems Software Engineer
Sunbelt Controls 3.3
Principal software engineer job in Pleasanton, CA
Now Hiring: Systems SoftwareEngineer II
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Pleasanton, CA
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$108,000 - $135,000 per year
🏢 About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Systems SoftwareEngineer II to join Sunbelt Controls, a leading provider of Building Automation System (BAS) solutions across the Western U.S.
In this role, you'll develop and program databases, create custom graphics, and integrate control systems for smart buildings. You'll also support project startups, commissioning, and troubleshooting - working closely with project managers and engineers to deliver high-quality, energy-efficient building automation solutions.
If you have a passion for technology, problem-solving, and helping create intelligent building systems, this opportunity is for you.
⚙️ What You'll Do
Design and program BAS control system databases and graphics for assigned projects.
Lead the startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of control systems.
Work with networked systems and diagnose LAN/WAN connectivity issues.
Perform pre-functional and functional system testing, including LEED and Title 24 requirements.
Manage project documentation, including as-builts and commissioning records.
Coordinate with project teams, subcontractors, and clients for smooth execution.
Mentor and support junior Systems SoftwareEngineers.
🧠 What We're Looking For
2-5 years of experience in Building Automation Systems or a related field.
Associate's degree in a technical field (Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred).
Proficiency in MS Office, Windows, and basic TCP/IP networking.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
Valid California driver's license.
💎 Why You'll Love Working With Us
At Sunbelt Controls, we don't just build smart buildings - we build smart careers. As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), we offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment where innovation and teamwork thrive.
What we offer:
Competitive salary: $108K - $135K, based on experience
Employee-owned company culture with a family-oriented feel
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off, holidays, and 401(k)/retirement plan
Professional growth, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities
Veteran-friendly employer & Equal Opportunity workplace
🌍 About Sunbelt Controls
Sunbelt Controls is a premier BAS solutions provider serving clients across multiple industries, including data centers, healthcare, education, biotech, and commercial real estate. We specialize in smart building technology, system retrofits, analytics, and energy efficiency - helping clients reduce operational costs and achieve sustainable performance.
👉 Apply today to join a team that's shaping the future of intelligent buildings.
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$108k-135k yearly 1d ago
Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Security
Rivian 4.1
Principal software engineer job in Palo Alto, CA
About Us
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.
The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
Role Summary
As a member of the product security team, focused on embedded systems and firmware, you will help design, implement, and maintain systems and software for on-vehicle security. This includes security functionality like secure boot, code verification, device identity, and access control. You will work closely with cross functional teams, to integrate security functionality into vehicle components. This role is located at our Palo Alto, California office and reports directly to the Manager, Security Firmware.
Responsibilities
Configure and manage chip level security features
Design security systems and solutions for connected vehicles and related products
Work with other teams and stakeholders to build security into features and products
Develop product security requirements that meet program needs while reducing risk
Work with development teams to ensure they meet requirements and validate them for each release
Continuously improve and adapt the security implementations to adapt to customer needs, program goals, and evolving technologies
Write and maintain complex technical documentation for both developers and non-technical people
Drive complex multi-team, cross-functional projects across multiple programs
Qualifications
Education - Preferred to have a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar field preferred or equivalent applicable industry experience
Technical Skills
7+ years of experience working on embedded platforms
In-depth knowledge of embedded systems
Experience with Linux, AOSP, and/or RTOS
Significant experience with C/C++ development, Java (android) is a plus
Strong understanding of SELinux, DM‑Verity, and other Linux hardening features
Strong understanding of cryptographic principles and secure coding practices.
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, Wireless Technologies
Understanding of automotive networking interfaces and protocols (CAN, UDS, etc.)
Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California-based applicants: $162,500 - $203,100 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provide robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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$162.5k-203.1k yearly 5d ago
Senior Embedded C++ Software Engineer - Mountain View, CA
Clutch Canada
Principal software engineer job in Mountain View, CA
About us: Aeva's mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, security, and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position, allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions.
Role Overview: We are looking for a Software Development Engineer with an emphasis on Embedded systems. You are a self-starter and comfortable working on designs from initial architecture through production.
What you'll do:
Design and implement real-time applications on ARM processors interfacing with multiple sensors mainly in C++.
Participate in the team's software processes, including requirements and design documentation, test-plan generation and execution, peer design and code reviews, process feedback, and improvements.
Debug complicated issues as they arise during product development.
Work in a dynamic and fast-pace environment.
What you have:
5+ years of experience developing C++ multi-threaded applications, ideally for QNX targeting multiple ARM cores.
Experience in profiling and benchmarking C++ applications and optimizing code for maximum performance.
Experience developing applications that interact with HW on QNX.
Experience working cross-functionally with other teams such as DSP, Hardware, and Testing teams.
Passion to make embedded SW applications resilient, safe, and production-grade.
Experience with scripting languages: Python, and Shell scripts.
Hands-on experience with modern build systems, particularly Bazel.
Nice-to-haves:
Experience with one or more of the following: Microcontrollers, SoC, device drivers, hardware bring-up, power management, performance optimization or hardware/software integration, and RTOS.
Experience developing applications with ROS / ROS2.
Familiarity with processes such as ASPICE and Static Analysis Tools.
Understanding of MISRA guidelines.
Experience in implementing or integrating diagnostics (UDS services, DIDs, DTCs) within AUTOSAR communication stacks.
Skilled in developing with automotive communication protocols (CAN, Automotive Ethernet, SOME/IP) and industrial Ethernet protocols.
Experience integrating embedded software into HIL/SIL validation environments.
What's in it for you:
Be part of a fast paced and dynamic team
Very competitive compensation and meaningful stock grants
Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
Unlimited PTO: We care about results, not punching timecards
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Senior Embedded Software, Firmware & Driver Engineer About the role
We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software, Firmware & Driver Engineer to build and own low-level software across a wide range of processors, accelerators, and custom silicon in our robotics and Physical AI systems. This is a deeply hands-on role for someone who thrives close to hardware-bringing up new chips, writing robust firmware and drivers, and integrating them into production rassemble RTOS and Linux software stacks.
You will work across CPUs, MCUs, DSPs, NPUs, TPUs, and custom ASICs, developing firmware, boot flows, device drivers, and board-support packages (BSPs). The role spans early silicon and board bring‑up through stable, scalable deployment, with a strong emphasis on correctness,Як performance, reliability, and maintainability.
What you'll do
Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware and device drivers for a wide range of processors and accelerators, including ARM Cortex‑M, Cortex‑R, and Cortex‑A; DSP cores (e.g., Tenislic); NPUs, TPUs, GPUs, and custom accelerators
Lead chip, SoC, and board bring‑up from first power‑on to production readiness
Develop and maintain BSPs, bootloaders, and low‑level system software
Develop firmware for RTOS‑based systems and Linux‑based platforms
ongi: Integrate firmware and drivers into a larger production software stack
Debug complex system‑level issues across hardware, firmware, kernel, and user space
Optimize for performance, latency, memory footprint, power, and reliability
Collaborate closely with hardware, silicon, systems, and application teams to define interfaces and_requirements
Establish and follow best practices for embedded software development, testing, documentation, and code quality
руд: Support validation, manufacturing, and field issues with root‑cause analysis and fixes
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
7+ years of experience in embedded software, firmware, or driver development
Strong hands‑on experience with bare‑metal and RTOS‑based firmware development; Linux kernel, device drivers, and system bring‑up
Experience working across multiple processor architectures and cores (MCUs, CPUs, DSPs, accelerators)
Deep understanding of embedded systems fundamentals: boot flows, interrupts, memory hierarchies, caches, MMUs; concurrency, synchronization, and real‑time constraints
Strong proficiency in embedded programming languages: C and C++; Assembly (at least at a debugging / bring‑up level); Python and scripting for tooling, automation, and testing
Experience with hardware bring‑up, debugging, and validation
Ability to read schematics, datasheets, and silicon reference manuals
Experience delivering production‑quality embedded software
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with common RTOSes (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr, QNX, ThreadX, VxWorks)
Strong Linux experience, including device tree; kernel configuration and build systems; driver development and debugging
Experience with bootloaders (e.g., U‑Boot, custom boot ROM flows)
Familiarity with embedded Linux build systems (Yocto, Buildroot)
Experience with hardware debug and bring‑up tools: JTAG/SWD, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes; GDB, OpenOCD, Lauterbach, Trace32, etc.
Experience with SoC and ASIC development environments
Familiarity with power management, clocking, and precision tuning
Experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or other safety‑critical or real‑time systems
Benefits (subject to location and local regulations)
Competitive salary and equity
allocation medical, dental, and vision coverage flightless coverage
Flexible vacation and time‑off policy
Opportunity to work oncutting‑edgetechnologies with a highly cross‑functional team
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About Lyte AI
Lyte buildsperceptionsystems for Physical AIoperatingin complex environments. The company combines custom silicon, integrated sensors, and software into a unified platform for robotics, mobility, and next‑generation automation. Lyte is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a global presence. For more information, visit ***********
What we're looking for
We're excited about building impactful technology in a dynamic, hands‑on environment. We'd love to hear from you!
The pay range for this role is:
150,000 - 300,000 USD per year (Bay Area, CA)
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$119k-159k yearly est. 1d ago
Senior RF Filter Design Lead (Hybrid, San Mateo)
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. 3.7
Principal software engineer job in San Mateo, CA
A leading tech company in RF technology is seeking a Senior Staff RF Filter Designer to lead the development of advanced filter solutions. This role involves integrating cutting-edge design methodologies and collaborating across RF design, technology, and software teams. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in RF or analog design, a master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, and a strong leadership presence. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical insurance, and tuition reimbursement.
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$131k-176k yearly est. 4d ago
Principal ML Engineer for AI-Driven Cyber Defense
Cisco Systems 4.8
Principal software engineer job in San Jose, CA
A leading technology company in San Jose is seeking a candidate for a role focused on designing and building AI-driven workflows for security operations. Candidates should have a strong background in security operations, extensive Python development experience, and familiarity with security data tools. You'll collaborate closely with various teams to enhance detection and response strategies. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $291,500 to $369,100, alongside a rich suite of benefits.
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$291.5k-369.1k yearly 5d ago
Lead Software Automation & Toolchain Engineer
Acceler8 Talent
Principal software engineer job in San Jose, CA
We're hiring a Lead Software Automation & Toolchain Engineer to join a frontier physical AI startup building autonomous systems that can experiment, reason, and discover in the real world.
The team is a small, world-class group pushing beyond simulation and software-only AI. Their systems operate across a 20,000 sq ft physical intelligence factory and support a $42M federally funded program, enabling ML-driven agents to directly command real engineering tools and workflows.
This role owns the automation substrate that connects AI agents to the physical world - unifying CAD, EDA, CAE, and scientific tools into clean, deterministic, agent-callable interfaces. You'll define how intelligent systems manipulate real engineering stacks at scale.
What you'll do:
Build reproducible adapters and automation pipelines that make heterogeneous engineering tools fully agent-callable
Design structured APIs, parsers, classifiers, and fault-tolerant execution flows across CAD, EDA, CAE, and scientific toolchains
Wrap commercial and open-source engineering tools into deterministic, scriptable workflows with robust validation and recovery
Partner closely with ML researchers, agent systems engineers, and domain experts to automate end-to-end engineering workflows
Make foundational architecture decisions in a fast-moving, first-principles environment
What we're looking for:
Senior or Lead-level experience automating engineering or scientific tools (e.g., CAD, EDA, CAE, CAM, COMSOL, simulation platforms)
Strong systems-thinking ability across heterogeneous tools, file formats, and execution environments
Proven ability to build reproducible, fault-tolerant automation pipelines and structured tool interfaces
Comfort working at the boundary of software systems, ML-driven agents, and real-world engineering workflows
Thrives in high-ownership, frontier research environments
Location: San Francisco or Redwood City
$120k-168k yearly est. 5d ago
Software Engineer - Reliability
Pantera Capital
Principal software engineer job in Palo Alto, CA
About xAI
xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All engineers are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to join our SuperComputing team. In this role, you'll ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of our high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure, powering cutting-edge AI research. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and maintain systems that support massive-scale data processing and model training. You\'ll ensure Grok stays reliable for millions while inventing new approaches at the intersection of SRE and cutting-edge AI to help define the future of AI reliability engineering.
What You'll Do
Design, implement, and maintain robust, scalable infrastructure for supercomputing environments.
Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
Develop automation tools and scripts to streamline operations and improve system reliability.
Troubleshoot complex issues across distributed systems, networks, and storage solutions.
Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to support compute-intensive workloads.
Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data and infrastructure.
Contribute to capacity planning and disaster recovery strategies.
Participate in an on-call rotation to ensure 24/7 system reliability.
Ideal Experiences
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of experience in site reliability engineering, DevOps, or systems engineering.
Proficiency in Linux system administration and scripting (e.g., Python, Bash).
Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
Strong understanding of networking, distributed systems, and storage technologies.
Familiarity with HPC environments, GPU clusters, or large-scale data processing.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Bonus: Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) or monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).
Location
This role is based in the Bay Area (San Francisco and Palo Alto). Candidates are expected to be located near the Bay Area or open to relocation.
Tech Stack
Languages: Rust, Python, C++, Golang
Interview Process
Application Review: Submit your CV and a statement of exceptional work. Our team will review your application to assess fit.
Phone Interview (45 minutes): A brief conversation with a team member to discuss your background, key accomplishments, and motivation.
Main Interview Process
1 Coding assessment: Solve problems in Rust, Python, C++, or Golang
1 Skill Specific Technical Interview: Demonstrate practical skills in a live problem-solving session.
1 SRE/System Case Study: Analyze and solve a complex, real-world system design or operational problem, demonstrating your technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and ability to optimize system reliability and performance.
Project Deep-Dive: Present your past exceptional work to a small audience.
Annual Salary Range
$180,000 - $440,000 USD
Benefits
Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at xAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.
xAI is an equal opportunity employer.
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$106k-150k yearly est. 2d ago
Embedded Software Engineer at Axiom Software Solutions Limited Palo Alto, CA
Carlsbad Tech 4.0
Principal software engineer job in Palo Alto, CA
Embedded SoftwareEngineer job at Axiom Software Solutions Limited. Palo Alto, CA.
Job Title: Embedded SoftwareEngineer
Look for ex-NVIDIA / Qualcomm company experience + automotive + QNX.
The following skills are critical: Resume should have explicit mention of the following:
Strong experience with QNX RTOS (message passing, multithreading, memory management, etc.)
Experience with DDS middleware (e.g., RTI Connext DDS, OpenDDS, Eclipse Cyclone DDS) for real-time communication in distributed systems.
Fair understanding of Qualcomm 8255 SoC hardware and peripheral interfacing techniques.
Experience in designing and implementing HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layers) to separate core logic from hardware‑specific details.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in embedded software development, particularly with real‑time systems and hardware interfacing.
Proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, and Python for embedded systems.
Strong experience with QNX RTOS (message passing, multithreading, memory management, etc.).
Experience with DDS middleware (e.g., RTI Connext DDS, OpenDDS, Eclipse Cyclone DDS) for real‑time communication in distributed systems.
Deep understanding of Intel 8255 PPI hardware and peripheral interfacing techniques.
Experience in designing and implementing HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layers) to separate core logic from hardware‑specific details.
Familiarity with cross‑platform libraries such as Qt, Boost, or SDL for network communication, graphics, and file handling.
Strong skills in modular software design, with the ability to break down systems into independent, reusable components.
Experience in working with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, and CAN.
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$123k-154k yearly est. 3d ago
Senior Workday Platform Lead
Wdbeacon
Principal software engineer job in San Mateo, CA
A leading cloud platform for insurers is looking for a Manager, Workday Technology in San Mateo, California. This role involves providing functional and technical leadership of the Workday platform, managing a high-performing team, and driving initiatives for optimization and integration. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of Workday experience, including team management, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Competitive salary and benefits offered.
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How much does a principal software engineer earn in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average principal software engineer in Santa Cruz, CA earns between $123,000 and $243,000 annually. This compares to the national average principal software engineer range of $98,000 to $182,000.
Average principal software engineer salary in Santa Cruz, CA
$173,000
What are the biggest employers of Principal Software Engineers in Santa Cruz, CA?
The biggest employers of Principal Software Engineers in Santa Cruz, CA are: