Embedded Firmware Engineer - UniFi Protect

Posted 17 Days Ago
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Bucharest, ROU
In-Office
Entry level
Hardware • Information Technology • Internet of Things • Software
The Role
Develop kernel- and user-mode firmware for UniFi Protect devices, including bootloaders, Linux systems, root filesystems, APIs, and hardware diagnostics. Collaborate with electrical engineering, backend, frontend, mobile, QA, factory, and manufacturing teams. The role requires C/C++ embedded Linux development, ARM platforms, multimedia streaming, debugging, scripting, and version control. Experience with embedded platforms, build systems, hardware protocols, and development boards is advantageous.
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About Ubiquiti

At Ubiquiti Inc., we create technology platforms for Businesses, Smart Homes, and Internet Service Providers, driven by our goal to connect everyone, everywhere. To date, Ubiquiti has shipped over 100 million devices worldwide, from ISP networking products to next generation of IT solutions. Our growth is made possible by the dedicated team of hundreds behind the scenes. From software developers and product managers to designers and strategists, Team UI is driven to achieve our common goal: Rethinking IT. At Ubiquiti, you’ll heighten your potential and broaden your horizons - all while shaping the future of connectivity.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Implement kernel mode and user mode applications for UniFi-Protect product line device firmware, from bootloader up to user-space applications, like Linux Kernel, rootfs, Websocket, RESTful API design, gRPC, etc

  • Implement features to support hardware testing and diagnosis of various kinds of embedded devices

  • Work closely with various teams, like EE, Backend, Frontend, Mobile, QA, Factory and Manufacturing

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in C++ (99 % code base) and C

  • Familiar with Sigmastar / Ambarella platform

  • Proficiency with Video/ Audio streaming and transcoding

  • Understanding and experience with ARM platform

  • Experience with debuggers such as gdb, strace, etc

  • Embedded software development experience in Linux driver and both kernel & user modes are desired

  • Familiarity with some form of scripting (shell, python, nodejs)

  • Familiarity with Git version control

  • A genuine passion for embedded software development

  • A team player, who is very self-motivated, loves difficult challenges, and is goal driven

  • Ability to deliver on tight schedules

  • BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent

  • Fluent in both written and spoken English to work effectively within a highly collaborative environment with colleagues around the world

Nice to have:

  • Experience with development boards such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, BeagleBoard

  • Experience with build system such as OpenWRT/BuildRoot/Yocto

  • Familiarity with standard hardware protocols (gpio, usb, uart, pwm, flash, spi, i2c, ...)

Benefits

  • International work environment and work with global development teams
  • Excellent work conditions in an A-Class office
  • Compensation package matching global standards
  • Flexible work hours (as required)
  • Paid parking, courses, training, conferences and business trips
  • Medical insurance
  • Work on leading Networking IT products (software and hardware)

We will contact candidates who meet our criteria within the next two weeks

Skills Required

  • Proficiency in C++
  • Proficiency in C
  • Familiarity with Sigmastar or Ambarella platforms
  • Proficiency with video and audio streaming and transcoding
  • Understanding and experience with ARM platforms
  • Experience with debuggers such as GDB and strace
  • Embedded Linux software development experience, including Linux drivers and kernel and user modes
  • Familiarity with shell, Python, or Node.js scripting
  • Familiarity with Git version control
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Experience with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or BeagleBoard
  • Experience with OpenWRT, Buildroot, or Yocto
  • Familiarity with GPIO, USB, UART, PWM, flash, SPI, and I2C protocols

Ubiquiti Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive in many engineering and corporate roles, with engineering-heavy teams frequently characterizing compensation as very good or great. Compensation often stands out positively relative to other aspects of the job.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is employer-paid in the U.S. and includes dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Coverage quality is characterized as strong across multiple references.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off options include vacation/PTO and maternity/paternity leave, with some roles offering unlimited PTO and hybrid/remote flexibility. The core lineup appears broadly standard across U.S. locations.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
895 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

At Ubiquiti Inc., we create technology platforms for Businesses, Smart Homes, and Internet Service Providers, driven by our goal to connect everyone, everywhere. To date, Ubiquiti has shipped over 100 million devices worldwide, from ISP networking products to next generation of IT solutions. Our growth is made possible by the dedicated team of hundreds behind the scenes. From software developers and product managers to designers and strategists, Team UI is driven to achieve our common goal: Simplifying IT. At Ubiquiti, you’ll heighten your potential and broaden your horizons—all while shaping the future of connectivity. We invite you to join our team.

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