Senior Kernel Engineer

Flock Safety

Remote regions

US

Salary range

$172,000–$190,000/yr

Benefits

Unlimited PTO 18w maternity 12w paternity

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The Opportunity:

  • Flock Safety is seeking a Senior Kernel Engineer to build an ultra-stable OS foundation for next-generation solar-powered cameras.
  • You will drive low-level Qualcomm Android BSP bring-up and eliminate system vulnerabilities to ensure device reliability.
  • Collaborate across teams to bridge hardware and cloud software for life-saving public safety technology.

The Skillset:

  • Masters of C and C++ with 8+ years experience in embedded systems and firmware design.
  • Deep experience with Android system architecture, Linux kernel, and bootloader development.
  • Proven track record with large fleet of connected devices and chipset bring-up.

The 90-Day Plan:

  • First 30 days: Immerse in device OS architecture, set up workflow, and drive low-level hardware integration.
  • Next 60 days: Contribute to next-gen chipset bring-up, empower device validation, and own release cycle.
  • Beyond 90 days: Stabilize camera fleet, optimize software stack, and scale the OS architecture.

Flock Safety

Flock builds technology that reduces crime and protects privacy, partnering with cities, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods. They are a high-performance team with over $1B in funding and an $8.3B valuation, scaling with intention and a culture of urgency and ownership.

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