Firmware Engineer, Robotics and Surgery Engineering

Neuralink; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Meals provided

Equity compensation (RSUs)

401(k) plan

Flexible time off

Job summary

Neuralink in South San Francisco is seeking a Firmware Engineer to develop and optimize embedded software for robotic surgery applications. This foundational role involves creating new systems and refining legacy software while ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in engineering, software development experience, and proficiency in embedded languages. Full-time benefits include competitive salary, equity compensation, and excellent health insurance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of success in a science or engineering field.
• Proven experience in software development, preferably with exposure to embedded systems.
• 2+ years of experience with embedded systems.
• Proficient in at least one embedded language such as C, C++, or Rust.

Responsibilities

• Developing and optimizing embedded software for robotic surgery applications.
• Streamlining codebase by refining legacy software.
• Rigorous testing and validation of software systems.

Skills

Software development

Embedded systems

Communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C)

Embedded Linux

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Embedded toolchains

Lab equipment

Job description

Team Description

We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.

Job Description and Responsibilities

This is a new and foundational role for our team that will allow you to create new embedded systems from scratch while challenging and refining the old. As a Firmware Engineer, your responsibilities will encompass:

• Developing and optimizing embedded software for robotic surgery applications
• Streamlining our codebase by refining and, when necessary, retiring legacy embedded software
• Rigorous testing and validation of software systems to meet the highest safety and reliability standards
• Writing drivers and applications to extend the functionality of our robotics
• Specifying hardware and software choices as we develop future hardware platforms
• Sharing your findings and progress with the team in a collaborative environment

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of success in a science or engineering field, evidenced by outstanding projects, innovations, or advanced problem-solving
• Proven experience in software development, preferably with exposure to embedded systems

Preferred Qualifications

Embedded Software Development

• 2+ years of experience with embedded systems
• Proficient with common communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, etc.)
• Comfortable/working knowledge of more advanced protocols such as PCIe, MIPI CSI/DSI, USB, and 802.3
• Proficient in at least one embedded language such as C, C++, or Rust
• Proficient with embedded toolchains and workflow
• Experience building and bringing-up MCUs or FPGAs
• Experience with embedded stacks for ARM cores
• Experience developing on embedded Linux platforms
• Experience with embedded Linux kernel configuration and device tree setup
• Experience with kernel driver development
• Experience with ARM bootloaders
• Experience coding drivers for actuators and sensors
• Experience with high speed data acquisition and processing

Electrical Engineering

• Foundational understanding of MCU architectures and peripheral integration
• Solid knowledge in electrical engineering and DSP
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and datasheets, along with proficiency in using lab equipment

Compensation

Expected Compensation:The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the following range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We also believe in aligning our employees’ success with the company's long-term growth. As such, in addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full-time employees.

Base Salary Range:: $138,000 USD - $300,000 USD

What We Offer

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.

• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
• Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
• Paid holidays
• Meals provided
• Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
• 401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
• Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
• Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded