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As Flock expands our Device OS Team for our Aviation hardware products, ensuring absolute operating system stability is critical for flight. This team is responsible for the entire software and firmware stack running on our mission critical drones and the supporting docks.
In this role, you will gain hands-on experience across a wide range of development areas — from low-level driver development and system bring-up to OS customizations and feature implementation. You’ll work closely with senior engineers, internal stakeholders and external partners, building your expertise in embedded Linux and kernel development while contributing directly to the performance and reliability of our devices.
What You BringA Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
2+ years of experience in embedded software development on consumer devices
Practical experience working with embedded Linux-based systems (academic, internship, or professional) such as Yocto and BuildRoot.
Solid programming skills in C and C++
Practical experience with Linux kernel internals (memory management, power management, IRQ handling)
Experience with Linux kernel drivers for SPI/I2C/UART
Familiarity with bootloaders development and customization and early bring-up concepts
Experience developing or debugging firmware for Audio Digital Signal Processors within embedded hardware environments is a plus
Hands-on experience with Qualcomm chipset bring-up and Qualcomm proprietary subsystems is a plus
Knowledge of OpenWRT and networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, D-Bus) is a plus
This isn't a high-level application or UI development role, you will focus entirely on low-level kernel space, bootloaders and BSP bring-up
This is not a purely theoretical design role, you will directly debug physical devices, run CI builds, and deploy stable operating system builds directly to hardware
This isn't an isolated engineering position, you will collaborate constantly across electrical engineering, QA, and cloud teams to align hardware and software behavior
In this role, you'll receive a starting salary between $130,000 and $160,000 as well as Flock Stock Options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in depth with you during our first chat.
Every community deserves to be safe. Flock builds the technology that makes that real: last year we supported over 1 million criminal investigations and helped locate more than 10,000 missing people. We're 1,700 people building the impossible with over $1B in funding, and the expectations are high on purpose. If you want a role where the stakes are real and the pace matches, this is it.
📍Some problems get solved faster in the same room, so we prioritize candidates in Atlanta and Boston. Hub-based roles mean real in-person time with your coworkers. Remote roles exist, and when a posting is open to remote work, it says so.
🌟 the impossible takes every kind of mind. Flock is an equal opportunity employer, and we know the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills working together with mutual respect. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, email [email protected]; your information stays confidential and is used only to arrange the right accommodation for your interviews.
💰 On compensation: we pay fairly for the work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education, training, and market indicators. The range in this posting covers base salary only and doesn't include equity, sales bonus plans where applicable, or benefits. The range may be adjusted over time, and this posting may span more than one career level.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in embedded software development on consumer devices
- Practical experience with embedded Linux-based systems, such as Yocto and Buildroot
- Solid programming skills in C and C++
- Practical experience with Linux kernel internals, including memory management, power management, and IRQ handling
- Experience developing Linux kernel drivers for SPI, I2C, and UART
- Familiarity with bootloader development, customization, and early bring-up concepts
- Experience developing or debugging firmware for Audio Digital Signal Processors within embedded hardware environments
- Hands-on experience with Qualcomm chipset bring-up and Qualcomm proprietary subsystems
- Knowledge of OpenWRT and networking protocols and services, including TCP/IP and D-Bus
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What We Do
Every community deserves to be safe. Our mission is to build technology that protects privacy and reduces crime while earning trust from customers and society. Flock partners with cities, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods to protect where people live, work, and play. Our systems provide real-time awareness and collaboration across agencies and communities, creating safer places where residents and employees feel secure. By combining hardware, software, and a nationwide network, we deliver objective intelligence that helps solve crimes, accelerates investigations, deters future incidents, and protects civilians. We believe responsibly deployed technology can reduce crime, protect civil liberties, and strengthen community trust.
Why Work With Us
We’re a high-performance team fueled by optimism, urgency, and a shared belief that the hardest challenges are the ones worth taking on. You’ll be pushed to do the best work of your life, move fast, and consistently become 1% better every day. If you love hard work and making an impact, Flock could be a great fit.
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