Embedded Systems Engineer at HELGEN

Jack & Jill/External ATS • San Francisco, CA

16h • Remote

About The Position

As an Embedded Systems Engineer at HELGEN, you will drive the end-to-end development of category-defining hardware for global biosecurity. You will lead the architecture, prototyping, and iteration of low-power systems, integrating microfluidic and airflow subsystems into field-ready units. This is a high-stakes role requiring rapid iteration to fortify the future of humanity.
Location: Remote (US/Germany/UK)
Why this role is remarkable:
Impact humanity’s future by building the critical infrastructure required for near-continuous biosurveillance and global biosecurity.
Work in an aggressive, fast-paced environment where you can move from concept to field-ready hardware without the friction of traditional corporate engineering.
Join an elite, early-stage team where you will shape technical strategy and have significant influence over the engineering culture.

Requirements

• Possesses a strong background in embedded systems with specific expertise in rapid, low-power hardware design and prototyping.
• Demonstrates hands-on experience with fluidic subsystems and physical assembly methods including tubing, fittings, and bonding.
• Thrives in zero-to-one environments and ideally has experience with molecular diagnostic hardware or cartridge-style consumables.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hardware architecture and rapid prototyping of low-power embedded systems from initial concept to deployable product.
• Design and integrate complex microfluidic and airflow subsystems, utilizing hands-on techniques like 3D printing, laser cutting, and precision sealing.
• Research technical literature to identify improvements in prior technologies and maintain robust documentation for all system requirements and testing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed