Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Company Overview At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Department Overview Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data. Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc. Job Description THE COMPANY Silvus Technologies , a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data. Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc. Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “ Keeping Our Heroes Connected ”? THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking a   Principal   Embedded   Software Engineer , who will report to the   Director of Software Engineering   on our   Software Engineering   team. The successful   individual   in this role will participate in the development of Silvus’ MANET radios and advanced research projects.   This is an opportunity to work on all aspects of the system including device drivers, networking functions and services, encryption, and security features. This   position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant   West Los Angeles,   CA,   and is on a hybrid schedule.  A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the architectural design and development of highly efficient low-latency   embedded   firmware   on   ARM -based SoCs (e.g., UltraScale+), and optimizing   Linux -based networking stacks for   wireless   applications. Implementation of the software portion of MAC (Medium Access Control) and mobile ad-hoc networking routing protocols. Network management software and web interface implementation. Implementation of different security protocols and encryption algorithms. Audio streaming and push-to-talk voice application implementation. Analyzing and improving product security and robustness to meet certain regulatory requirements such as NIST FIPS 140-3 and NIAP Common Criteria. Implementation of testing software for product performance and reliability testing. Device driver and board support package development and maintenance for both   ARM   and RISC-V based systems. Linux   system customization and scripting. Perform other related duties of which the above are representative. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant engineering fields. 8+ years of relevant   embedded   system software development experience. Demonstrated hands-on and lead expertise designing and developing   embedded   firmware   using   embedded   Linux   on   ARM   processors, for networking, signal processing and/or   wireless   applications Expertise in C   programming   and experience in   Linux   kernel driver development. Must be a U.S. Citizen   due to clients under U.S. government contracts. All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of and experience with different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as suite of CNSA algorithms. Demonstrated experience with socket   programming   and various Internet/Ethernet protocols. Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system. Experience in AMD UltraScale+ MPSoC and Microchip Polarfire SoC BSP support package development. Deep understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), network protocols, data authentication and encryption. Linux   Interrupt Service Routine development. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Office environment. Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following: Lift equipme