Software Engineer I, Firmware

Brain Corp•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Firmware Engineering team, the Embedded Software Engineer I is responsible for focusing on writing safe, reliable embedded software for integrating hardware and software for robotic products. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to see your code directly impact the behavior of real-world robotic systems in real-time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
0-2 years of professional experience in embedded software development
Strong software engineering and coding skill in C/C++
Experience with ARM Cortex MCUs
Experience with embedded RTOS, and programming in multithreaded environments
Experience with embedded system skills (CAN, I2C, SPI, GPIO, interrupts, timers, PWM)
Familiarity with AGILE development and continuous integration
Familiarity with Linux environments, build systems (Makefile and/or CMake), and test automation frameworks (pytest)
Familiarity with lab equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes)
Familiarity with Github for source control, tracking, and testing

Nice To Haves

MS in computer science, software engineering or a related field
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and related tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD)
Experience with Github, JIRA, and Jenkins tools for source control, tracking, and testing

Responsibilities

Write, bug-fix, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ and Python to support the core functionality of robotic systems
Collaborate with the hardware team to integrate software with MCUs and peripherals using protocols like CAN, I2C, and SPI
Participate in code reviews and utilize GitHub for source control to ensure all firmware meets team coding standards
Contribute to build systems (CMake/Make) and support CI/CD pipelines to streamline the deployment of firmware releases
Maintain clear technical documentation for integrated systems and software features to support team knowledge sharing
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

A discretionary annual target bonus
Stock options
401(k) plan with match (no waiting period and immediate vesting)
Comprehensive suite of insurance benefits for employees (and their families) to include a variety of medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution), dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Legal/Identity support plans
Pet insurance
Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
Generous paid time off including flexible vacation, Paid Sick Leave, time off for volunteering in the community, 10 paid company holidays, and a winter company shutdown
Daily on-site lunch available in the San Diego office
On-campus gym including pool and tennis courts in the San Diego office
Opportunities to connect with colleagues including monthly game nights, hikes, wellness challenges, and community events
Internal continuous learning events
Opportunities to share your own interests and hobbies with the Company