Symbiotic Services is hiring on behalf of a pioneering client building next-generation smart bed technology . We’re seeking a Lead Embedded Systems Engineer to architect and drive the development of an intelligent, distributed IoT platform for sleep technology, featuring :
- Hundreds of precision actuators for fine-grained mechanical control
- Wi-Fi-based device orchestration using MQTT publish / subscribe messaging
- Embedded Linux (Debian / Yocto) systems at the edge
- AI / ML-driven analytics pipelines for real-time sleep optimization
This role is ideal for a senior-level Computer Scientist or Embedded Systems professional ready to replace a legacy Bluetooth-based control plane with a modern, horizontally scalable, Go-powered edge / cloud architecture . You’ll collaborate directly with a Dallas-based founder—an established leader in the furniture manufacturing space—while defining the embedded systems strategy from the ground up.
What You’ll Lead
System Architecture Ownership
Design and implement real-time MCU applications running on Debian or Yocto Linux distributions.Define deterministic scheduling models and concurrency patterns for time-critical tasks.Core Application Development
Architect and maintain C / C++ and Go state machines, message brokers, and device control APIs.Apply CS principles in distributed systems, message serialization, and protocol design.IoT System Modernization
Migrate from Bluetooth LE (BlueZ stack) to Wi-Fi + MQTT for robust, low-latency device communication.Implement fault-tolerant reconnection strategies and QoS policies.Tooling and Testing Infrastructure
Build containerized cross-compilation toolchains and CI / CD-compatible hardware simulators.Develop automated HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test harnesses.Engineering Standards and DevOps
Define coding standards, code review guidelines, and branching strategies in Git.Establish CI / CD workflows for embedded + cloud integration.Edge-to-Cloud Data Integration
Partner with data scientists to design pipelines for ingesting, storing, and analyzing time-series sensor data.Support model deployment and feedback loops for on-device inference.Minimum Qualifications
B.S. in Computer Science , Computer Engineering, or equivalent discipline.5+ years professional experience in embedded firmware development (C / C++, ideally Go).Deep familiarity with embedded Linux internals (Debian or Yocto).Strong understanding of network protocols : TCP / IP, UDP, MQTT.Expertise in multi-threaded and multi-process system design.Proficiency with Git and modern CI / CD workflows.Demonstrated initiative through side projects, open-source contributions, or research work.Preferred Skills
Docker-based embedded development workflows.Python or Bash scripting for build / test automation.Cloud IoT integration (AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, GCP IoT Core).Bluetooth LE / BlueZ experience for legacy support.Hands-on debugging with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG / SWD.Why This Role Stands Out
Architect-Level Impact : Own the embedded systems roadmap.Cutting-Edge Tech Stack : Work at the intersection of embedded systems, IoT, and ML.Industry-Backed Vision : Partner with a proven leader in manufacturing innovation.R&D Time : 10% of your week dedicated to exploration and open-source projects.Professional Growth : Clear trajectory toward principal / architect roles.Learning Culture : Attend global events like GopherCon or Embedded World .Team Synergy : Participate in quarterly offsites with cross-disciplinary teams.Apply Today
If you’re ready to lead innovation in embedded systems and help redefine how people sleep, we’d love to hear from you.
