Job Description
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by the idea of a smarter, cleaner, more connected future—and the possibilities that will bring to the world and to the 7.3 million customers we serve.
Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home company in the United States, dedicated to redefining the home experience with intelligent products and services. We find purpose in proactively protecting and keeping our customers connected to home, no matter where they are. Join the Smart Home team to create smarter, safer and more sustainable homes. More information is available at www.nrg.com or www.vivint.com. Connect with NRG and Vivint on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.
Summary:
The software engineer should have experience in embedded Linux based systems. Working in an environment of collaboration. The engineer must be a self-starter. Be ready to tackle issues in bash scripts, embedded Python code, C/C++, and Rust. This person may also be involved in finding solutions for mobile devices and cloud-based issues.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Reduce support cost by resolving bugs and issues in the current software.
- Work on reducing technical debt and determine what is and is not debt that needs to be worked on.
- Triage systems in the field to determine issues and generate tickets for work.
Required Skills, Experience & Education:
- BS or later advanced degree
- 5 years or more experience in Embedded Linux
- 5 years or more software development in Python, C/C++, OpenWRT, Rust, mobile development for IoS and Android.
- 5 years or more in Embedded Linux based devices.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Works well in a team environment.
Preferred Skills, Experience & Education:
- BS or later advanced degree
- 5 years or more experience in Embedded Linux
- 5 years or more software development in Python, C/C++, OpenWRT, Rust, mobile development for IoS and Android.
- 5 years or more in Embedded Linux based devices.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Works well in a team environment.
Here are some highlighted perks you should ask us about:
- Free daily lunch and drinks on site
- Paid holidays and flexible paid time away
- Employee/Friends/Family Discounts
- Onsite health clinic, gym, gaming tables
- Medical/dental/vision/life coverage & 24/7 Medical Hotline
- 401(k) + Employer Match
- Employee Resource Groups
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
SAFETY:
Vivint enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe working environment. Each new employee is responsible for completing all training requirements. Additionally, the employee must accept they have responsibility for maintaining the safety of themselves, their co-workers, and the public. Employees must adhere to all written and verbal instructions, promptly report and correct all hazards or unsafe conditions, question non-standard operations or unmitigated hazards, and provide feedback to management on all safety issues.