--- title: 'Embedded Linux Engineer at HELLBENDER Inc.' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/embedded-linux-engineer-hellbender-inc-pittsburgh-8zrd44qzr57n' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # Embedded Linux Engineer at HELLBENDER Inc. - **Company:** HELLBENDER Inc. - **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA - **Posted:** 2026-05-19 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hellbenderinc/jobs/5224820008 ## Job description Who we are: Hellbender Inc. is a Pennsylvania Benefit Corporation who partners with innovators to mature their Artificial Intelligence enabled computing sensors and produce their solutions onshore at prototype to high volumes. Hellbender is intentionally forming an inclusive work environment and is committed to uplifting the historically marginalized identities including veterans, women, trans and underrepresented races in our community and industry. Must Be a U.S. Person Job Summary: Hellbender is seeking an Embedded Linux Engineer to help develop software that enables advanced sensing and computing platforms. This role involves working at the intersection of hardware and software to bring up new devices, integrate peripherals, develop Linux-based solutions, and support product development from prototype through production. The ideal candidate has experience with embedded systems, Linux development, or low-level software engineering and enjoys working closely with hardware teams to solve challenging technical problems. Experience with Linux kernel development and device drivers is valuable but not required for all candidates. This position offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of technologies including embedded Linux, hardware integration, driver development, system bring-up, software optimization, and AI-enabled edge computing platforms. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Develop, test, and maintain software for embedded Linux systems. - Support hardware bring-up and validation activities for new products and prototypes. - Integrate and configure sensors, cameras, communications interfaces, and other peripheral devices. - Create, modify, and troubleshoot Linux device drivers and system software as needed. - Assist with Linux board support package (BSP) development and platform integration. - Debug software and system-level issues using logs, test equipment, and development tools. - Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, manufacturing, and product teams throughout the product lifecycle. - Contribute to system architecture, performance optimization, and product reliability improvements. - Participate in code reviews, testing, and technical documentation. Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience. - 3+ years of experience in embedded software, embedded Linux, firmware, systems programming, or related disciplines. - Strong programming skills in C or C++. - Experience developing software on Linux-based systems. - Familiarity with embedded hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet, CAN, PCIe, or related technologies. - Experience troubleshooting and debugging software and hardware integration issues. - Ability to read technical documentation and work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience developing Linux kernel modules or device drivers. - Familiarity with Linux kernel architecture and debugging tools. - Experience with Yocto, Buildroot, or other embedded Linux build environments. - Knowledge of Device Tree configuration and board support packages. - Experience working with ARM, RISC-V, or x86 platforms. - Familiarity with hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or JTAG debuggers. - Experience with imaging systems, camera sensors, machine vision, or AI-enabled edge devices. - Experience with Python or scripting languages for automation and testing. - Contributions to open-source projects or Linux-based software ecosystems. Education & Experience: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. - 5-7 years of experience specifically in Linux kernel-space development and driver writing preferred. Benefits: - 401(k) - 5% Safe Harbor Contribution to 401k by Hellbender - 100% of Health, Dental, and Vision insurance premiums for employees and their families paid by Hellbender - 7.5 weeks total Paid time off - Profit Sharing (through 401k) - Hybrid work environment & flexible work schedule Work Location: UPARC Pittsburgh Opportunity for advancement: Hellbender is a growing business and follows a policy that prioritizes internal promotions. As new positions are created new opportunities for advancement will be created as well. ## About HELLBENDER Inc. ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Hellbender builds mission-critical hardware and software infrastructure for AI-driven perception systems used in autonomy, robotics, and industrial applications. - **Entity Type**: Private (Seed stage – $12.5M seed round) - **Headquarters**: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States - **Founded**: 2021 - **Founders**: Henry Nazak, Roger Nasci, Christopher D’Eramo, Kevin Papa ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Industrial electronics manufacturing, computer vision, robotics, AI/ML at the edge, defense-adjacent hardware. - **Target customers**: B2B – autonomy companies, robotics integrators, industrial manufacturers, defense contractors. - **Mission or purpose statement**: A certified Benefit Corporation – “enable the physical AI that solves customer problems” while reinvigorating domestic manufacturing and operating sustainably (100% carbon neutral, zero-waste metals recycling, profits supporting watershed conservation and veterans). ## Products & Services - **On-Edge Camera Line**: AI-powered, industrial-grade cameras for real-time perception and inspection, delivered as a hardware product. - **Turn-Key Manufacturing**: Full-service prototype-to-production electronics manufacturing (SMT pick-and-place, robotic work cells, camera focus/sensor calibration) – all domestic, in-house. - **Physical AI Engineering**: Custom hardware/software development for perception systems, from R&D (TRL 3) through fielded production. - **Robotics & Computer Vision as a Service**: Engineering services for clients needing bespoke sensor integration, vision pipelines, and embedded ML. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metric**: $12.5M seed round (closed ~mid-2026); Annual revenue not publicly available. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: BIRD Foundation (grant 2023); technology partners include Raspberry Pi, Nvidia, Hailo. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 15% YoY to 52 employees; doubled facility to 40,000 sq ft; launched on-edge camera line; pursuing AS9100D quality certification for defense work. ## Competitive Advantages - **100% domestic manufacturing** – a rare moat in electronics, appealing to U.S. defense and industrial customers. - **Sustainability-driven business model** – B Corp, carbon neutral, water-conservation profit sharing, zero-waste metals recycling. - **Deep domain expertise** – team drawn from Carnegie Robotics, Argo AI, Aurora, Sarcos Robotics; proven ability to move from research to production. - **Flexible partnership model** – offers both product and service engagements, bridging the “Valley of Death” for early-stage hardware. ## Strategic Focus - **Accelerate domestic manufacturing of Physical AI** – scaling the Pittsburgh facility and production capacity. - **Commercialize the on-edge camera line** – target markets include assembly inspection, navigation testing, and inline quality control. - **Achieve FAR/AS9100D compliance** – enabling direct sales to defense and aerospace primes. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Benefit Corp committed to inclusivity – BIPOC, veterans, women, LGBTQIA+; 25% of staff are veterans. - **Work model**: Hybrid (flex time, no company meetings on Fridays); remote options available for eligible roles. - **Total PTO**: 7.5 weeks including 4 weeks of holidays (Independence Day & Xmas shutdown), 3.5 weeks accrued PTO, 4 weeks parental leave. - **Compensation & equity**: Automatic 5% 401k contribution (no match needed); 10% of company equity in employee incentive program; annual profit sharing into 401ks; stock options for new client capture. - **Health**: 100% of gold-tier medical, dental, vision for employee and family (domestic partners included); life & disability insurance. - **Perks**: PPE reimbursement, access to fabrication equipment, Hertz Gold, TSA PreCheck, NASA Federal Credit Union membership. - **Current openings** (as of mid-2026): Embedded Software Engineer, Perception Engineer. ## Sources 1. [hellbender.com](https://hellbender.com/) – Company overview, products, news of $12.5M seed round 2. [hellbender.com/about-us](https://hellbender.com/about-us/) – B Corp, sustainability, domestic manufacturing 3. [hellbender.com/careers](https://hellbender.com/careers/) – Benefits, remote/hybrid policy, culture 4. [LinkedIn – Hellbender Inc.](https://www.linkedin.com/company/hellbender-inc) – Headcount growth, funding history, executive team, talent sources 5. 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