Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Silvus Technologies is dedicated to one mission: connecting those who keep us safe. Our Mobile Ad‑hoc Network (MANET) radios and mobile‑networked MIMO waveform provide vital communications for mission‑critical applications in harsh environments, from underground tunnels to high‑altitude balloons.

Silvus is seeking a full‑time Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join our Engineering Group, reporting to the Senior Engineering Director in Irvine. The role is based in our new Irvine office, with a hybrid schedule of at least four days per week on‑site. The successful candidate will participate in all aspects of the system, including device drivers, networking functions and services, encryption, and security features, as part of the development of Silvus’ MANET radios and advanced research projects.

• 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 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.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering field.
• 8+ years of relevant embedded system software development experience.
• Expertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel driver development.

• Knowledge of and experience with security protocols and encryption algorithms such as 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 Ultra Scale+ 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.

CA pay range: $165,000–$215,000 USD. The exact compensation will be determined based on market data and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Silvus, as a U.S. federal contractor, requires that all candidates for U.S.‑based positions be a U.S. person (permanent resident or citizen). Certain engineering or R&D roles may have stricter U.S. citizenship requirements. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Silvus is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Individuals with disabilities will be provided reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions and to receive benefits and privileges of employment.