Senior Embedded Software Engineer

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About the role

JOIN THE SLEEP FITNESS MOVEMENT

At Eight Sleep, we’re on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the world’s first sleep fitness company, we’re redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience. We are trusted by high performers, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers in over 30 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and twice named to TIME's “Best Inventions of the Year.” We operate like a high-performance team: fast, focused, and motivated by impact. We don’t just ship; we iterate, refine, and obsess over the details that help our members sleep better and wake up stronger.

Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isn’t passive - it’s a powerful tool for living better. If you’re tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of what’s possible, this is your moment. Join us and lead the movement that’s transforming how the world sleeps and what we’re all capable of when we wake up.

HIGH STANDARDS. NO APOLOGIES.

We operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world’s top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. Think Kobe Bryant’s mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution. This isn’t a 9-to-5. Our team is deeply committed, often putting in 60+ hours a week –not because we’re told to, but because we’re invested. We’re here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise. If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career, you’ll feel right at home. If you’re looking for something easier –this isn’t it.

The work

THE ROLE

Join our team as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to help us bring current and next generations of the Pod and new hardware products to life. You'll be a part of a small team designing and implementing solutions with high levels of autonomy to bring our members better sleep. Your work will go directly to our fleet of existing Pods with low friction and direct impact to the business.

This role requires full time work out of our San Francisco office.

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WHAT YOU'LL HELP BUILD

• Embedded Linux Development: Design, develop, and maintain system software, including systemd applications, kernel modules, and low-level firmware for the Pod.
• Platform Security Engineering: Own security for our embedded Linux platform across boot, OS, and runtime services.
• Secure Boot and Chain of Trust: Implement and maintain secure boot end-to-end, including signing, key management/provisioning, and anti-rollback/versioning.
• Security and Trust: Build and operate device trust primitives and drive security best practices across the fleet.
• Manufacturing and Deployment: Partner with global teams, including manufacturing teams in China, to develop production tests and ensure high-quality product launches.
• Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail: Strive for excellence in software design, reliability, and maintainability, ensuring robust and well-documented implementations.

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WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• 5+ years of experience in firmware and system software development with C/C++.
• Deep expertise in Embedded Linux, including Yocto, Bitbake, systemd, and kernel development.
• Proficiency in secure software development for IoT and embedded systems.
• Experience optimizing compute workloads in resource-constrained environments.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as needed to support manufacturing and deployment.

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