Senior Embedded C++/ Rust Software Engineer (Safety Critical)

Full Spectrum partners with leading companies to develop cutting-edge software for safety critical applications. With projects focused on embedded systems, mobile apps, and robotics, engineers at Full Spectrum love the challenge of working with clients on products that have a meaningful impact. Working across different client projects with a wide range of technologies, a career at Full Spectrum offers both technical and professional growth opportunities. 

Senior Embedded C++/Rust Software Engineer (Safety Critical) 

The Senior Embedded C++/Rust Software Engineer (Safety Critical) will support high-priority autonomous robot systems at a major warehouse automation client through development, 61508 certification, and field testing phases.   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Develop and maintain novel robotic systems  Work directly with the client on the architectural design of complex systems  Collaborate on a cross-functional team to find innovative solutions to challenging problems  Deliver solutions that balance performance and reliability  Come up to speed rapidly on system components including networking, security, navigation, obstacle detection, motor control, and safety-related sensors  Execute in accordance with technical direction from senior team members as well as work independently on assignments   Leverage AI tooling to streamline development and unit testing  Develop diagnostics, test code, and utilities to support safety certification   Support documentation and field testing activities 

REQUIRED SKILLS: 

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics or related discipline preferred, or equivalent years of experience  5+ years experience designing, developing, and testing production-level embedded software in C++ and/or Rust for safety critical systems   Understanding of real-time concepts, thread synchronization, memory management, and performance tuning on Linux   Proficiency with Linux, including device drivers, multicore systems, and real-time Linux   Proficiency with real-time operating systems (RTOS)  Experience with modern SDLC processes (unit testing, static analysis, CI/CD)   Knowledge of microcontroller programming and hardware interfaces   Understanding of memory constraints and optimization techniques   Familiarity with modern software development tools (Git, SVN, or other industry-standard source control)   Experience using Agile techniques, including task/issue management   Demonstrated commitment to high quality   Strong oral and written communication skills   Highly motivated, self-disciplined, independent and results oriented  

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 

Experience with industrial safety standards, particularly IEC 61508, and designing software for functional safety   Hands-on experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), particularly FreeRTOS   Knowledge of industrial communication protocols including EtherCAT, SPI, and RS485   Experience with networking, wireless communications (802.11/WiFi), and data security   Experience working with AI coding agents (e.g., Claude Code) to generate reliable production code and automated tests  Robotics systems experience 

The base salary for this position is $105,000 to $165,000 annually, and the role is bonus eligible.  The final salary offer is determined by factors such as experience, location, skills, education, and market conditions. **