Senior Firmware Engineer

San Francisco HQ OfficeRemotePosted 10 weeks ago

Role Overview

Haydenai is hiring a Senior Firmware Engineer. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in San Francisco HQ Office. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

ABOUT US

At Hayden AI, we are on a mission to harness the power of computer vision to transform the way transit systems and other government agencies address real-world challenges.

From bus lane and bus stop enforcement to transportation optimization technologies and beyond, our innovative mobile perception system empowers our clients to accelerate transit, enhance street safety, and drive toward a sustainable future.

What the job involves

We are seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer with deep expertise in Linux kernel and device driver development to join our Device Software team. In this role, you will own the low-level software stack that interfaces directly with hardware, enabling reliable, high-performance operation of our edge AI systems in production environments.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain Linux kernel device drivers for cameras, sensors, networking, and custom hardware peripherals
Own Linux kernel bring-up and platform enablement on embedded ARM64 systems (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson platforms)
Debug and resolve complex issues across kernel space, drivers, and hardware interactions (timing, interrupts, DMA, memory)
Develop and optimize high-throughput data paths (e.g., camera pipelines, CSI, ISP, video encode/decode)
Work closely with hardware teams to support board bring-up, hardware validation, and signal-level debugging
Implement and maintain driver support for peripherals such as GNSS, IMU, LTE/5G modems, CAN, and storage devices

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or related technical discipline
Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in firmware development or a related field
Strong programming experience in C, with deep expertise in Linux kernel and device driver development
Proven experience developing and debugging Linux kernel modules, drivers, and BSPs
Deep understanding of Linux internals
Hands-on experience with hardware interfaces and protocols
Experience with camera subsystems (V4L2), GStreamer, or video pipelines is highly preferred
Strong experience with ARM64 embedded platforms and board bring-up

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Senior Firmware Engineer position at Haydenai?

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Is the Senior Firmware Engineer role at Haydenai remote?

Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in San Francisco HQ Office, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.

What does a Senior Firmware Engineer at Haydenai earn?

Haydenai has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Firmware Engineer role at Haydenai posted?

This role was posted on April 27, 2026 (73 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Firmware Engineer role at Haydenai require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Haydenai lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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