Firmware Engineer

Stealth Startup; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stealth Startup is seeking an experienced firmware engineer to join its team in San Mateo, CA. The role involves leading firmware development for smart actuators and sensors, requiring strong expertise in C programming and real-time control algorithms. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and over 5 years of experience.

This on-site position offers a dynamic environment focused on responsible robotics and enhancing people's lives. If you are self-motivated and detail-oriented with a passion for robotics, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in firmware development.
• Low level understanding of microcontroller hardware.
• Experience building production hardened firmware.

Responsibilities

• Lead firmware development for smart actuators and sensors.
• Develop real-time control and sensing algorithms.
• Bring up new boards and ensure production quality.

Skills

C expertise

Real-time control algorithms

Sensing algorithms

SPI protocol

UART protocol

CAN protocol

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Job description

We are a general‑purpose robotics and physical AI company focused on enhancing people’s lives in a responsible way. Our products enable people to do meaningful work, spend more time with loved ones, and focus on what truly matters. We are committed to safety, corporate integrity, and exceptional design.

Role Description

We are looking for an experienced firmware engineer with a passion for robotics to join happy droid’s engineering team. You will be leading the firmware development for our smart actuators and sensors.

The candidate has a creative and practical mindset, with demonstrated experience building production hardened firmware. We are looking for self‑motivated individuals who inspire and support a team, while also being able to independently drive their own work.

Core expertise should include writing production quality firmware, developing real time control and sensing algorithms, as well as bringup of new boards. We need people who are detail‑oriented while maintaining a strong view of the bigger picture. The ability to break down complex problems, define requirements, and prioritize work effectively will be key to success at happy droid.

This position is on‑site in San Mateo, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• 5+ Years of industry experience
• A low level understanding of microcontroller hardware
• C expertise
• Experience with SPI, UART, CAN protocols