<p><strong>Infleqtion</strong> is on a mission to commercialize atom-based quantum technologies that deliver orders-of-magnitude improvements in sensing and computing applications. As a deep-tech startup, we embrace a results-driven, fast-paced, and customer-focused approach to innovation. We are seeking self-motivated, energetic individuals with exceptional problem-solving and technical skills to help drive our Quantum Computing mission forward. We encourage applications from engineers with expertise in <strong>real-time embedded software applications</strong>, particularly those with experience in precision, high-performance, control systems.</p><p>At Infleqtion we embrace a startup mentality driven by results, urgency, and customer-focused innovation:</p><ul> <li>We break down barriers between disciplines, stepping in wherever we can make the biggest impact.</li> <li>We thrive in uncertainty, embracing challenges as opportunities.</li> <li>We move quickly to prototype while never losing sight of the critical importance of systems engineering process and attention to detail.</li> <li>We take bold, calculated risks to drive progress.</li> </ul><h3>JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><p>The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.</p><ul> <li>Collaborate with physicists and across electrical, software, and opto-mechanical engineering domains to deliver optimal embedded software solutions for quantum applications</li> <li>Develop reliable and robust embedded software that leverages high test coverage and CI pipelines to facilitate smooth collaboration with peers and deploy with confidence</li> <li>Support hands on tuning and troubleshooting in laboratory and test bench environments</li> <li>Build thorough documentation and mathematical models to demonstrate that algorithms, approaches, and signal processing technique meet critical architecture requirements</li> <li>Participate in design, code, and data reviews</li> </ul><ul> <li>Bachelors degree in engineering, computer science or related field and a minimum of 8 years prior work experience.</li> <li>Experience with Rust or experience with compiled languages (C/C++) and desire to learn and work in Rust</li> <li>Experience with interpreting datasheets and schematics</li> <li>Knowledge of Embedded Linux development in user and kernel space</li> <li>Good verbal and written communication skills, able to effectively share information with technical and non-technical staff</li> <li>Good collaboration skills, able to work in a team environment where engagement and participation are an expected part of successful job performance</li> <li>Skilled in typical software engineering disciplines: testing, revision control, error-handling, readability, documentation, general code health, etc.</li> <li>Desire to constantly improve and learn inside and outside of expertise</li> </ul><h3>PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:</h3><ul> <li>Developing for programmable logic targets (especially Xilinx Zynq MPSOC)</li> <li>Comfort with low-level development on several processor architectures (ARM Cortex, ARM Application, RISC-V, etc.)</li> <li>Embedded Linux OS distribution builds (nix, Yocto, or Buildroot)</li> <li>High-performance real time development (bare metal / RTOS)</li> <li>Familiarity with common electrical test equipment like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers</li> <li>Familiarity with programmable logic / FPGAs and working with hardware descriptive languages</li> <li>Control system architecture and design</li> </ul>