Staff/Sr. Embedded System Engineer

【About the role】

We are seeking a Senior Embedded System Engineer to lead the development and optimization of our next-generation Furbo IoT devices (including Furbo 360, Cat Camera, and Mini 360). In this role, you will own the system architecture, ensure rock-solid connection quality, optimize video streaming smoothness, and drive the future of our product by migrating cloud AI features to Edge AI.

This is not a legacy maintenance job—you will play a pivotal role in refactoring our systems into a "Universal Firmware" model to drastically reduce infrastructure costs, while directly impacting millions of pet owners worldwide within a Silicon Valley-style, ownership-driven culture.

【 Who you are 】

• Experienced Engineer: 5+ years of solid experience in embedded system development, specifically with an in-depth proficiency in Embedded Linux and C/C++.

• Hardware Savvy: Strong hands-on hardware debugging skills (proficient with oscilloscopes and reading schematics) with a proven track record of system integration across multiple hardware platforms.

• Agile & Open-Minded: An agile learner with an open mindset, eager to expand from low-level driver development into complex high-level application layers.

• Cross-Functional Communicator: Capable of seamless collaboration with internal tech teams, product management, and external factory partners.

• Nice-to-Have Expertise:

  • Experience in Video Streaming protocols and standards (IP Camera, RTSP, or H.264/H.265 encoding).

  • Experience in Edge AI (porting NN models like YOLO or utilizing NPU acceleration on edge devices).

  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash / Python) for automation and data analysis.

【 What you'll do 】

• Develop & Architect: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance embedded systems for Furbo products, ensuring connection quality and seamless video streaming.

• System Innovation: Lead the "Universal Firmware" refactoring initiative to minimize maintenance costs and spearhead Edge AI integration.

• Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

  • Partner with Backend & App teams on API integration, data protocols, and edge-to-cloud communications.

  • Collaborate with Customer Support & BI to investigate, analyze, and resolve real-world user issues.

  • Work with QA on automated testing, CI/CD integration, and product quality validation.

  • Align with PM on upcoming product specs, technical constraints, and Home Test coordination.

• ODM & Manufacturing Management: Serve as the technical point of contact with ODM/Manufacturing partnersto address hardware issues, track hardware revisions, and ensure smooth factory-level integration.

• Troubleshoot & Optimize: Drive deep-dive technical analysis (e.g., kernel panic, throughput optimization) to ensure system stability and product excellence.