Senior Software Engineer – Device

Hayden AI

Senior Software Engineer shaping hardware-integrated software systems for urban mobility and public safety at Hayden AI. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize software solutions for edge devices.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudIoTLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and maintain software for edge devices, ensuring seamless integration with hardware
Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system requirements and drive end-to-end feature delivery
Optimize system performance for reliability, security, and efficiency in real-world operational environments
Lead code reviews, establish software standards, and mentor junior engineers
Troubleshoot complex field issues, working with cross-functional teams to provide rapid solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience: 5+ years in software engineering with a focus on embedded systems, device software, or IoT solutions
Core Skills: Proficiency in C/C++ and/or Python; strong hands-on experience developing software for hardware devices; familiarity with Linux and real-time systems
Personal Attributes: Effective communicator; collaborative team player; adaptable and proactive problem-solver; ownership mindset
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Nice to Have: Experience with computer vision, edge compute, low-level hardware interfaces, or cloud-connected devices; prior experience in mobility, transportation, or safety technology sectors

Benefits

Comp & perks

Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents (for US employees)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
401(k) with 3% company matching
Unlimited PTO
Daily catered lunches in our San Francisco office

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Hard Skills & Tools

CC++Pythonembedded systemsdevice softwareIoT solutionsLinuxreal-time systemssoftware developmentcode reviews

Soft Skills

effective communicatorcollaborative team playeradaptableproactive problem-solverownership mindsetmentoringleadershiptroubleshootingcross-functional collaborationsystem optimization