About the role DroneShield is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to join the Sydney team. The primary focus of this role is to develop and maintain embedded sensor systems, integrating software, electronics, and mechanical components. You will collaborate closely with ML/AI, Data Science, Embedded, RF, and infrastructure teams to innovate and enhance DroneShield’s world-leading RF detection technology. Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations Design, develop, and implement embedded Linux-based systems, combining software, electronics, and mechanical components. Ensure systems are robust, high-performing, and reliable on resource-constrained targets. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet technical, operational, and business requirements. Support end-to-end system operation, including sensing, control, and actuation components. Develop and maintain technical documentation covering software modules, hardware interfaces, and overall system behaviour. Contribute to system integration and testing, ensuring seamless interaction between mechanical, electrical, and software components. Qualifications, Experience and Skills Strong experience in embedded software development (C/C++, Python, or similar). Familiarity with Linux-based embedded systems. Understanding of electronics and mechanical system integration. Exposure to RF, sensor, or mechatronic systems is a plus. Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.