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Department OverviewAvigilon
Job Description
We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer with expertise in C++ and Computer Vision to drive the development of our high-performance Video Analytics Engine. You will focus on building, porting, and optimizing real-time video processing capabilities across diverse embedded hardware and SOC platforms. Working with modern architectures (GStreamer), you will bridge deep learning models with low-level system software to deliver ultra-low latency edge analytics.
Key Responsibilities
Core C++ Development: Design, write, and maintain high-efficiency C++ software components for core video analytics libraries.
Multi-Platform Optimization: Port and optimize algorithms, memory allocation, and hardware usage across diverse embedded platforms (Edge AI, Smart Cameras, SOCs).
Video Pipeline Integration: Build low-latency, real-time video processing pipelines integrated with GStreamer frameworks.
Model Deployment: Collaborate with AI engineers to optimize and deploy Deep Learning/Computer Vision models into production edge environments.
System-level Debugging: Identify and resolve system bottlenecks, memory leaks, multi-threading concurrency issues, and latency spikes.
Basic Requirements
Bachelor/Master Degree in any Software Engineer, Computer Science or any relevant field
4+ years of professional C++ development experience (C++11/14/17).
Strong hands-on expertise in Linux and Embedded Linux environments.
Deep understanding of memory management, multi-threading, concurrency, and performance profiling.
Practical experience in Computer Vision and image processing libraries (e.g., OpenCV, TensorRT).
Proven track record of debugging and optimizing resource-constrained system software.
Nice to Have
Deep experience with GStreamer framework and video codecs (H.264/H.265, RTSP).
Experience optimizing software for specific hardware accelerators/SOCs (e.g., Nvidia Jetson, Ambarella, Qualcomm, NXP).
Familiarity with hardware acceleration APIs (CUDA, OpenCL).
Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanNo
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field
- 4+ years of professional C++ development experience, including C++11, C++14, or C++17
- Strong hands-on experience with Linux and Embedded Linux
- Strong understanding of memory management, multithreading, concurrency, and performance profiling
- Practical experience with computer vision and image-processing libraries such as OpenCV or TensorRT
- Experience debugging and optimizing resource-constrained system software
- Experience with GStreamer and video codecs such as H.264 or H.265, and RTSP
- Experience optimizing software for hardware accelerators or SoCs such as Nvidia Jetson, Ambarella, Qualcomm, or NXP
- Familiarity with CUDA or OpenCL hardware-acceleration APIs
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is effective from day one with multiple national carrier options and bundled prescription coverage. Offerings also include mental health benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts, with optional pet insurance.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes generous PTO with 9–10 paid holidays, and many salaried roles use a Flex Time Off or unlimited PTO approach. Paid parental and family leave plus adoption assistance expand support.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting. Additional financial programs like an employee stock purchase plan, performance bonuses, and company equity bolster long-term value.
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What We Do
Motorola Solutions is a global technology company that provides mission-critical communications, video security, and command center software to help protect people, property, and places for public safety agencies and enterprises.






