Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

Atoms • San Francisco, CA

5d • $182,000 - $230,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Atoms is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop the low-level software that commands our next-generation autonomous transport vehicles. In this role, you will write the time-critical code that interfaces directly with physical actuators, sensors, and drive-by-wire systems. You will work across hardware and robotics layers to bring up custom microcontrollers and ensure ultra-reliable, safety-critical execution on urban streets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of non-internship professional embedded systems and real-time control applications experience
• Strong programming proficiency in C and Python within Linux development environments and ARM32 toolchains (such as GCC).
• Proven experience writing production-grade firmware that directly interfaces with physical mechanical systems, motors, or robotic hardware.
• Expert ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot complex electrical schematics and hardware datasheets.
• Deep hands-on experience debugging embedded systems, vehicle wiring harnesses, or physical hardware communication lines (CAN bus).
• Prior experience developing for safety-critical embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), or autonomous vehicle applications.
• Ability to thrive in an ambiguous, fast-paced startup environment and collaborate effectively across hardware and software boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex electrical schematics and understand the physical functionality of custom-built PCBs
• Collaborate with electrical and software engineers to develop comprehensive specifications for new hardware
• Develop firmware for custom boards from the ground up based on schematic designs and functional requirements
• Extend and enhance existing firmware codebases to support new features and capabilities
• Examine, document, and develop interfaces for existing third-party vehicle communications systems
• Implement firmware for drive-by-wire retrofit systems on new vehicle platforms
• Support installations and troubleshoot hardware and firmware issues
• Develop test infrastructure for QC for boards and harnesses

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account Options
• 401(k)
• Equity
• Sick Time, Unlimited Flexible Time Off, and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit Plan
• Team lunch in our SoMa office every Tuesday and Thursday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree