# Senior Software Engineer, Edge

**Company:** [Kargo](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/kargo)
**Location:** San Francisco, CA
**Role:** Embedded Engineering
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** C++, Linux, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, AI, Robotics, edge computing, 3d computer vision, Distributed Systems, Agentic AI
**Posted:** 2026-07-21

> Senior Software Engineer building high-performance C++ systems for machine vision, 3D perception, and agentic AI on edge devices in logistics. Requires 5+ years experience, strong C++/Linux/distributed systems background, and domain experience in CV/ML/robotics/edge computing.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Build high-performance C++ systems for machine vision and AI on edge devices, processing gigabytes of data per second.
- Develop advanced perception systems using 3D computer vision.
- Build agentic AI systems to deploy, manage, and monitor a growing fleet of edge devices operating in real-world environments.
- Design and implement scalable software for distributed edge infrastructure and device management.
- Optimize system performance, reliability, and scalability across hardware and software.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and product teams to deliver production-ready solutions.
- Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and engineering best practices.

## Requirements
- 5+ years of software engineering experience.
- Strong proficiency in C++ and modern software development practices.
- Experience building production systems on Linux.
- Experience designing scalable, distributed software systems.
- Experience with one or more of the following: computer vision, machine learning or AI, robotics, or edge computing.
- Strong debugging, performance optimization, and problem-solving skills.
- Degree or Masters in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.

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