Electrical Engineer 2

Arete Associates; Niwot (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Vision Reimbursement

Fitness Reimbursement

401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Continuing Education Assistance

Flexible Scheduling

PTO

Parental and Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Arete Associates in Niwot, CO, seeks junior and mid-level candidates with a strong foundation in Robotics, Electrical/Computer Engineering to bridge software and hardware. You will design, implement, and test electro-optic systems, integrating hardware with advanced software on edge devices.

The role requires hands-on testing, real-time control, and collaboration across disciplines to bring prototypes to production readiness, with a tight emphasis on security clearances.

Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in Robotics, Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience.
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or embedded system languages.
• Hands-on field testing with hardware and software systems.
• Experience with robotic sensors and platforms (LIDARs, cameras, IMUs).
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team to design, build, and test electro-optic systems.
• Apply embedded systems and real-time control to develop sensing platforms and edge devices.
• Support system design from concept through production.
• Write efficient code to interface with hardware and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to bring concepts to production readiness.
• Contribute to projects involving robotics, computer vision, motion control, and real-time data acquisition.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Embedded systems

Robotic sensors

Security clearance

Communication

Education

B.S. or higher in Robotics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

FPGAs

SPI/I2C/UART/CAN

Job description

At Arete, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

Discover your future with us.

We are seeking junior and mid-level candidates with a strong foundation in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field to bridge the gap between software development and hardware systems. This role involves designing and implementing solutions that integrate hardware components, including drones, electro-optical sensors, lasers, lidar, comms, and FPGAs, with advanced software applications.

A successful candidate will be expected to:

• Work with a team of skilled professionals to design, build, and test electro-optic systems
• Apply expertise in embedded systems and real-time control to develop novel sensing platforms and edge devices
• Support system design and implementation from initial concept through production
• Write efficient, reliable code to interface with hardware and optimize system performance
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop prototype systems and bring concepts to production readiness
• Contribute to projects involving robotics, computer vision, motion control, and real-time data acquisition.

This is a full-time, exempt, non-supervisory position based in our Niwot, CO office.

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Health & Wellness:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement

Financial:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Continuing Education Assistance

Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave

What We Value:

• Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
• Integrity and responsibility in all actions
• Collaboration across teams and specialties
• Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
• Passion for national security and excellence

Experiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills):

• B.S. or higher in Robotics, Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience. Significant direct production engineering experience may substitute for education
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, or embedded system languages
• Comfortable with hands-on field testing of hardware and software systems and working with interdisciplinary teams
• Hands-on experience with robotic sensors (e.g., LIDARs, cameras, IMUs) and platforms
• Organization and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven capability to develop creative solutions to complex technical problem
• Ability to communicate clearly both written and verbally
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Nice to Have (Preferred Skills):

• Hands-on experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN
• A background in hardware debugging tools and methodologies
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire for continuous learning

The salary range for this role is $95,000 to $110,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Considerations

Arete is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration.

Arete is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Arete will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Arete Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.