Actuation Firmware Engineer for Humanoid Robots

Apptronik; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apptronik is looking for a Firmware Engineer based in Austin, Texas, to develop advanced actuation firmware for humanoid robots. As part of a pioneering robotics team, you'll address challenges in motor control and actuation performance, collaborating closely with engineers across multiple domains.

The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in embedded systems, including experience with BLDC motor firmware, and will thrive in a hands-on, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience in developing embedded software.
• Experience with developing motor control firmware for BLDC motors.
• Hands-on experience with hard real-time embedded firmware.

Responsibilities

• Develop actuation and motor control firmware for humanoid robots.
• Collaborate with engineers to design next-gen humanoid actuators.
• Contribute to Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop and Software‑in‑the‑Loop testing.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

Embedded software development

Motor control firmware development

Field-oriented control (FOC)

Real-time systems expertise

Strong hardware debugging skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering

Master's degree focused on controls or motor drives

Tools

EtherCAT

Oscilloscopes

Altium Designer

MATLAB/Simulink

Docker

Git

Job description

Apptronik is looking for a Firmware Engineer based in Austin, Texas, to develop advanced actuation firmware for humanoid robots. As part of a pioneering robotics team, you'll address challenges in motor control and actuation performance, collaborating closely with engineers across multiple domains.

The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in embedded systems, including experience with BLDC motor firmware, and will thrive in a hands-on, innovative environment.