Embedded Firmware Engineer for Real-Time Drone Platforms

Slope

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 138,000 - 207,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Platinum Healthcare Benefits
Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Generous Company Holiday Calendar
Paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave
Family Planning & Parenting Support
Mental Health Resources
Professional Development Stipend
Daily Meals and Provisions
Company-funded Commuter Benefits
Relocation Assistance

Job summary

An innovative defense technology company is seeking a Firmware Engineer to develop cutting-edge solutions for military applications. In this exciting role, you'll work on low-level firmware for microcontrollers, creating reusable drivers and integrating advanced features. Collaborating with a talented team, you will tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the development of autonomous systems and robotics. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a real-world impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology.

Qualifications

  • Strong coding ability in C, C++, or Rust for embedded systems.
  • Experience developing firmware in bare-metal or RTOS environments.
  • Familiarity with common bus protocols like USB, SPI, I2C.

Responsibilities

  • Develop low-level firmware/software for microcontrollers.
  • Quickly debug and troubleshoot issues spanning electrical and software boundaries.
  • Review schematics with the electrical engineering team.

Skills

C
C++
Rust
Embedded Systems
Debugging
Microcontroller Integration
Bus Protocols (USB, SPI, I2C, etc.)

Education

BS in Computer Science
MS in Computer Science

Tools

JTAG
Oscilloscopes
Logic Analyzers

Job description

An innovative defense technology company is seeking a Firmware Engineer to develop cutting-edge solutions for military applications. In this exciting role, you'll work on low-level firmware for microcontrollers, creating reusable drivers and integrating advanced features. Collaborating with a talented team, you will tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the development of autonomous systems and robotics. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a real-world impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology.
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