Embedded Firmware Engineer III

Hypergiant Sensory Sciences

Webster (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

3 Weeks of Paid Time Off

10 Paid Company Observed Holidays

Birthday & Anniversary Incentives

401K Employer Match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Company-paid Short & Long-term DISABIL

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Generous Referral Program

Job summary

Vitesse Systems is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer III to join a multidisciplinary team designing cutting-edge robotic systems and electromechanical hardware for clients in diverse industries, including space applications.

The role emphasizes hands-on firmware development for embedded devices, drivers, and system integration, with strong C/C++, Python, and Linux expertise. Occasional travel and ongoing professional growth are expected.

Qualifications

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related robotics field.
8+ years of software engineering experience in firmware/embedded development.
Experience testing, validating and managing firmware deployments in the field.
Strong programming skills in C++ and Python with good coding, commenting, and documentation practices.
Proficiency coding embedded systems using C/C++, VHDL or Verilog in a Linux environment.
Experience with version control, software testing, and continuous integration.
Ability to read circuit diagrams and perform basic debugging.
Spaceflight hardware and avionics experience.

Responsibilities

Write code for firmware, drivers, and embedded devices.
Hands-on bring-up and integration of electromechanical systems and devices (motors, actuators, sensors).
Collaborate with electrical engineers to support board bring-up and testing.
Translate hardware requirements into firmware and software requirements.
Be technically excellent and meet deadlines.
Continuously improve skills and processes, and share knowledge with peers.
Travel as required to support hardware assembly, testing, and integration.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills

C++

Embedded systems

Python

RTOS

ROS

Linux

VHDL/Verilog

Git/CI

Electromechanical hardware

Education

Engineering degree (EE/Robotics/CS)

Tools

Git

CI/CD tooling

Linux development

Job description

Vitesse Systems is looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer III to join the team! The Embedded Firmware Engineer III will work with a talented multidisciplinary team of engineers to help design cutting edge robotic systems and electromechanical hardware for clients in a wide variety of industries with applications on earth and outer space.

About Vitesse Systems

Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.

Our Core Values

Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.

Our Benefits

3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
401K Employer Match
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance
Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability
Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
Generous Referral Program

The Role

The primary responsibility of the Embedded Firmware Engineer III is to develop and troubleshoot hardware which may require basic hands on mechanical and electrical assembly skills to diagnose issues and implement fixes during the development process.

Key Responsibilities

Write code for firmware, drivers, and embedded devices
Hands-on bring-up and integration of electromechanical systems and devices (motors, motor controllers, linear and rotary actuators, analog and digital sensors, etc)
Work closely with electrical engineers and technicians to support board bring-up, integration, and testing.
Translate hardware requirements into firmware and embedded software requirements
Be technically excellent, accountable for your work, and responsible for deadlines
Constantly strive to improve your own technical skills, company processes, and be willing to both teach and learn from your peers.
Travel when required to support hardware assembly, testing, and integration.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline applicable to robotics
8+ years of software engineering experience developing production-grade firmware and embedded software with preference to electromechanical hardware and robotic systems
Experience testing, validating, and managing firmware deployments for products in the field
Strong programming skills in C++ and Python with good coding, commenting, and documentation practices
Proficiency coding embedded systems using C/C++, VHDL, or Verilog in a Linux environment
Contribute to design documentation for test protocols, reports, and software requirements
Experience with full life-cycle library and application development, Git version control, software testing, and continuous integration
Ability to read circuit diagrams and perform basic debugging
Development experience with robotic systems and theory (mechatronics, motor control, kinematics, dynamics, sensing, control, planning, etc.)
Experience working with I/O technologies and embedded systems such as: communication protocols (SPI, EtherCAT, Ethernet, UART, CAN, I2C, RS 232 etc.), actuators, motors, motor controllers, sensors (incremental and absolute encoders, analog sensors, IMUs, etc)
Proof of US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is required to comply with ITAR regulations.
Motivation to learn whatever knowledge you are missing to get the job done right
Familiarity and proficiency using basic electronics tools (soldering iron, crimpers, oscilloscope, etc).
Spaceflight hardware and avionics
Spaceflight hardware process development cycles, from requirements generation to V&V
Software design/qualification experience for radiation hardened electronics
Knowledge of automated software test and continuous integration systems
Real Time Operating System (RTOS) development
ROS and experience with ROS hardware integration
Ability to work well on a team and take full responsibility for individual tasks which may be open ended

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