AI / Embedded ML Engineer

As an AI / Embedded Engineer, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of AI/ machine learning on resource-constrained hardware. This includes data ingestion, model development, optimization, and deployment on embedded devices. This role is critical for building reliable, low-power, real-time ML systems that operate at the edge

In this role, you will leverage your expertise in sensor data processing, lightweight model design, embedded software, and hybrid LLM integration to deliver production-ready ML solutions on hardware

This position will report to Head of Product Engineering, and you will work closely with hardware, firmware, software, and data teams. This position is based in Saratoga, CA

Design and build data ingestion pipelines from sensors including IMUs, accelerometers, gyroscopes, microphones, and other environmental sensors

Handle raw sensor data: cleaning, labeling, synchronization, and storage

Build tools to collect, version, and manage training datasets at scale

Develop and train ML models for classification, regression, anomaly detection, and signal processing tasks

Select appropriate model architectures for each problem and hardware target

Fine-tune pre-trained models for domain-specific tasks and data distributions

Design and run experiments to evaluate and compare model performance

Optimize models for deployment on microcontrollers and edge processors such as ARM Cortex-M, RISC-V, and DSPs

Apply quantization, pruning, and knowledge distillation to reduce model size and inference latency

Use frameworks including TensorFlow Lite Micro, Edge Impulse, ONNX Runtime, and ExecuTorch

Integrate ML inference into embedded firmware written in C, C++, or Rust

Profile and optimize memory usage, power consumption, and real-time performance

Design hybrid architectures that combine on-device lightweight models with LLM-based reasoning

Build pipelines that route tasks between edge inference and cloud or edge-hosted LLM components

Evaluate trade-offs in latency, accuracy, and power between on-device and LLM-assisted approaches

Write clean, well-tested embedded software that integrates ML inference into real-time systems

Work with RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS and Zephyr, as well as bare-metal firmware

Collaborate with hardware and firmware teams to co-optimize the full system stack

Document design decisions, pipeline configurations, model benchmarks, and deployment procedures

Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal teams and stakeholders

Stay current with developments in TinyML, embedded AI, and edge computing and bring relevant innovations into the team

Work closely with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, firmware developers, and data scientists

Provide technical support during hardware bring-up, system integration, and field testing

Participate in design reviews and contribute constructive feedback across the stack- Strong background in signal processing, sensor data handling, and real-time system constraints

Solid understanding of model optimization techniques including quantization, pruning, and distillation

Strong understanding of memory-constrained and power-constrained environments

Proficiency in Python for ML development using frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn

Hands-on experience with IMUs and other sensor types including accelerometers, gyroscopes, barometers, and microphones

Experience deploying models with at least one embedded ML framework such as TFLite Micro, Edge Impulse, or ONNX Runtime

Experience with C or C++ for embedded systems development

2+ years of experience in machine learning engineering, with at least 2 years focused on embedded or edge ML

Experience with RTOS platforms such as FreeRTOS or Zephyr

Familiarity with MCU families including NXP, STM32, ESP32, or similar

Experience designing hybrid edge-LLM pipelines or integrating small language models on device

Experience with hardware-aware neural architecture search or AutoML for edge targets

Background in feature extraction techniques such as FFT, filter banks, and wavelet transforms

Familiarity with Rust for embedded or systems programming

Prior work on products in wearables, robotics, industrial sensing, or IoT

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team