Firmware Engineer

Range Energy; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electrification of commercial transportation seeks an experienced Firmware Engineer. You will develop next-generation products, focusing on real-time applications for embedded systems. Join a team of experts dedicated to making towing cleaner and safer. This role requires collaboration, technical expertise, and a commitment to innovation in the EV industry.

Benefits

Equity

Benefits

Qualifications

• 4+ years of firmware development experience.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ for high-reliability real-time code.

Responsibilities

• Develop real-time applications for embedded ECUs using C/C++.
• Integrate third-party software stacks into ECUs.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues on prototype trailers.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science

Tools

JTAG

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About Range Energy

Range Energy (Range) is accelerating the electrification of commercial transportation via powered trailers for the heavy duty truck market. Our solution can easily hook up to any tow vehicle, helping to transition to electrification while meeting immediate and long-term needs of our partners.

We are a community of makers, doers, and creators. Our mission is to make towing cleaner, safer, and more efficient by simplifying complexity. Driven by empathy for our customers, we celebrate creativity, tolerate risk, and prioritize speed to market. Founded in 2021, our team has EV industry expertise from Tesla, Zoox, Honda, and others. Backed by investors like UP Partners, R7, Yamaha Motor Ventures, and more, we invite you to join us.

Position Snapshot

We seek an experienced firmware engineer to develop our next-generation products. Responsibilities include developing real-time applications for embedded ECUs using C/C++, participating in all stages of product development, and collaborating within our engineering team.

Inside the Role

• Collaborate with team members to bring up ECUs on prototypes.
• Develop safety-critical firmware and create test procedures for validation.
• Integrate third-party software stacks into ECUs.
• Follow best practices for firmware development and documentation.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues on prototype trailers.

The Must Haves

• 4+ years of firmware development experience, preferably with consumer products.
• BS/MS in computer science, engineering, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++, focusing on high-reliability real-time code.
• Experience with embedded diagnostics tools like JTAG.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Experience with embedded communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, USART).
• Ability to optimize code for limited resources.
• Understanding bootup and firmware update processes.

Bonus Points

• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Experience with automated firmware testing.
• Embedded debugging skills with lab tools.
• Basic understanding of EV powertrain architecture.
• Knowledge of high-level protocols like UDS, J1939, XCP, TCP, UDP.
• Experience with embedded Linux development.
• Basic controls theory knowledge.
• Willingness to obtain a CDL if possible.

Other Requirements

• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform infrastructure maintenance tasks.
• Occasional travel for training, support, or conferences.
• Onsite presence required due to role nature.

Our compensation includes a competitive salary, equity, and benefits. For Mountain View, CA, applicants, the salary range is $145,000 - $195,000 annually, based on experience and location.

Range Energy values diverse backgrounds and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations upon request. Contact us at [e-mail] for accommodations.