Sweep360 · 1 month ago
Software Engineer, Embedded Hardware
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$0/yr - $240K/yr
5+ years expSweep360 is building humanity's defense layer for the AI age, and they are seeking a high-agency Embedded Hardware Engineer to design, build, and ship where software meets hardware. The role involves shaping embedded architecture, building mission-critical firmware, and working closely with software and RF engineers to deliver integrated systems.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Build and optimize mission-critical embedded firmware (C/C++, RTOS, embedded Linux)
Integrate advanced sensors and wireless modules (BLE, Wi-Fi, RF front-ends, SDR) into portable embedded platforms
Architect hardened embedded security systems (secure boot, key storage, encrypted communications, tamper resistance)
Lead hardware bring-up—from schematic review to bench testing, debugging, and validation
Conduct rigorous lab and field testing in hostile or noisy environments (:10-15% travel)
Support regulatory and certification workflows (FCC/CE testing, OTA signing, verification)
Work closely with product and field teams to ensure hardware improves with real-world use
Qualification
Required
5+ years building production-grade embedded systems (firmware + hardware)
Expert proficiency in C/C++, RTOS, embedded Linux, and low-level systems
Proven experience integrating sensors, RF modules, BLE/Wi-Fi, or SDR-based systems
Deep understanding of embedded security (secure firmware, cryptography, secure boot, protected comms)
Experience navigating FCC certification, test houses, and OTA verification pipelines
Startup urgency: independent, accountable, relentless execution
U.S. Person status required (may involve export-controlled data)
Preferred
Tinkered with IoT, spatial computing, or sensor fusion systems
Integrated cloud connectivity (AWS IoT, GCP IoT Core, MQTT)
Deployed lightweight ML/AI models on embedded hardware (TinyML / Edge AI)
Designed low-noise analog front-ends, RF shielding, or complex board bring-up
Worked in a founding or early-stage startup environment
Benefits
Equity
Premium Insurance
Individual Benefits
Company
Sweep360
Sweep360 provides cyber-physical threat detection and protection for high-risk teams and sensitive spaces.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase