Embedded Linux Software Engineer
About Tycho.AI
Tycho.AI is redefining the future of autonomous intelligence. Spun out of MIT and backed by DoD contracts, we are building breakthrough AI and autonomy solutions for unmanned systems operating in GPS-denied and contested environments. We are a fast-growing, dual-use technology company at the forefront of national security and commercial innovation, with a mission to push the boundaries of what autonomous systems can achieve.
Joining Tycho.AI means being part of a team shaping the next decade of autonomy from defense applications to commercial opportunities in areas like logistics, disaster response, and beyond. If you want to work at the cutting edge of autonomy and robotics with a company that’s poised for major impact and growth, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain custom Linux images for on-board autonomy computers, including bootloader, kernel, and root filesystem configuration.
Configure, customize, and patch the Linux kernel, develop custom device drivers, and manage device trees for target hardware.
Implement system security features (secure boot, encryption, firewall rules) and optimize memory, boot time, and CPU utilization.