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Software and Embedded Systems Engineer

CompanyToyon
LocationGoleta
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 20, 2026
About The Company
Toyon is employee-owned with approximately 250 employees. Our team-based approach to tackling challenging and complex problems promotes free exchange of innovative ideas and opportunities for rapid advancement. Toyon’s employee turnover rate is very low, which is indicative of the unique company culture and exceptional benefits that we offer, including: Comprehensive Health Care Company-funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans An Employee Stock Ownership Program Our corporate headquarters is located in Goleta, CA (near the Santa Barbara Airport and the University of California at Santa Barbara) and hosts the majority of our technical and administrative staff as well as our RF fabrication and laboratory facilities. Additionally, we have corporate offices in Sterling, VA (near the Dulles International Airport), Fort Collins, CO (near Colorado State University), and Huntsville, AL (near the U.S. Space & Rocket Center). All are growing steadily and provide key, local resources for our federal clients in each of our core business areas. We are always seeking dedicated employees of high integrity to join our team in California, Virginia, Colorado, and Alabama. Join us as we build important technologies and rewarding careers. A B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field is required for technical positions. All candidates must be U.S. Citizens.
About the Role

Description

U.S. Citizenship Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required.


This position is in-person in Goleta, CA.


Toyon’s Algorithms & AI Solutions team is seeking a highly motivated, inquisitive engineer to help design sensors and sensor-integration components, including cameras and precision timing systems, on novel embedded hardware and related software-based interfaces. You will leverage your experience in software engineering for numerous specific tasks at a systems level. As one example, you could be involved with glass-to-glass camera system implementation. This may involve binging-up MIPI CSI-2 drivers on Linux, implementing data encapsulation and transport (e.g., GigE Vision or custom protocols), and developing PC-based tools all the way from Python scripts to compiled, GUI-driven applications. 


The right candidate combines strong systems thinking with hands-on problem solving, learns new technologies quickly, and communicates clearly. You should be comfortable completing tasks independently, collaborating within a multidisciplinary team, and turning ambiguous requirements into something that works.

Requirements

 A B.S. or M.S. degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, is required. At least five years of experience (with B.S) or three years of experience (with M.S.) is desired. Theoretical and hands-on experience should include as many of the following as possible:

  • Embedded Linux (Yocto / Petalinux) including bring-up and driver development
  • Windows UI (WinUI) programming
  • C++ / C#
  • Python
  • Embedded processors including ARM and microcontrollers
  • FPGAs / SoCs
  • Ability to interpret schematics
  • Image processing fundamentals
  • Precision timing protocols

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

  • Competitive Industry Pay
  • 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
  • HSA with Employer Contributions
  • Dental and Vision Coverage Options
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation and Sick leave
  • Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Life and Disability Insurance  
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the  Software and Embedded Systems Engineer position is $100,000 to $200,000.


The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment. 


Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans  

 

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Key Skills
Embedded LinuxDriver DevelopmentWindows UI ProgrammingC++C#PythonEmbedded ProcessorsMicrocontrollersFPGAsSoCsImage ProcessingPrecision Timing Protocols
Categories
EngineeringTechnologySoftware
Benefits
Health InsuranceDental CoverageVision CoveragePaid HolidaysPaid VacationPaid Sick Leave401kProfit Sharing PlansEmployee Stock Ownership PlanLife InsuranceDisability InsurancePaid Parental LeaveDiscretionary Bonus
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The engineer will design sensors and sensor-integration components, including cameras and precision timing systems, on novel embedded hardware and related software-based interfaces. Tasks may include implementing MIPI CSI-2 drivers on Linux and developing PC-based tools.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$100,000 - $190,000
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
196
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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