Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Hardware)

Chirp Robotics; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Unlimited vacation

Competitive benefits

Job summary

CHIRP Robotics in Torrance, CA seeks a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer with a hardware focus to lead electrical system design and development for highly embedded products. You will own PCB layout, RF design, timing closure, and signal integrity considerations across complex boards.

Responsibilities include leading design reviews, coordinating with manufacturing, and developing firmware for ARM-based microcontrollers and Arduino platforms using C++.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.
• Location: Torrance, CA.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems, PCB schematics/layout, and system integration.
• Perform root-cause analysis and debugging of hardware and firmware using oscilloscope, multimeter, and logic analyzer.
• Work with SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet protocols across high-speed designs.
• Manage project scheduling and lead design reviews with manufacturing teams.
• Collaborate on mechanical-electrical integration for SMT and assembly.
• Develop firmware for ARM-based systems and Arduino platforms using C++.

Skills

PCB layout

Signal integrity

Firmware development

System integration

C++

SPICE simulation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Systems Engineering, or a closely related technical field

Tools

Altium Designer

AutoCAD

Revit

MicroStation

SolidWorks

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Embedded Systems Engineer with a strong hardware focus to lead innovative projects in electrical system design and development. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in designing, building and deploying highly embedded systems. Deep knowledge and know-how are a must in PCB layout, digital and analog circuit design, and high-speed signal integrity analysis. This role requires a keen understanding in the principles of timing closure, layout constraints, and signal integrity considerations for high-performance embedded systems. You will be responsible for overseeing project execution from concept through implementation. A strong background in firmware development, signal processing, and mechanical integration is essential to succeed in this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex electrical systems, including PCB schematics, layout, and system integration using CAD tools such as Altium Designer, AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, and SolidWorks. Have experience with both analog and digital circuit design at RF signal frequencies, microcontrollers, complex multilayer boards, and SPICE simulation.
• Conduct root cause analysis on electrical failures and implement corrective actions to optimize system reliability. Perform debugging and troubleshooting of hardware and firmware issues using tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, etc.
• Be able to work with a wide range of technologies and protocols, including SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet.
• Manage project scheduling to ensure timely delivery of engineering milestones while coordinating with manufacturing teams. Lead system design reviews and document technical specifications.
• Collaborate on mechanical-electrical integration involving surface mount technology (SMT), soldering techniques, and mechanical knowledge for product assembly.
• Help develop firmware for microcontrollers such as ARM-based systems and Arduino platforms using C++ and other scripting languages.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S Citizen or Green card holder
• Work on location in Torrance, CA
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Systems Engineering, or a closely related technical field
• Need strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a small team environment

Company Overview

CHIRP Robotics is a well-funded seed-stage startup operating in stealth mode and based in Torrance, California. The company aims to become a leading U.S. provider of modular intelligence and autonomous systems for a wide range of vehicles and applications. It has an impressive portfolio of patents on the hardware side and IP in software / algorithms. CHIRP’s CEO, a founding member of SpaceX, brings extensive technical expertise, a strong professional network, and significant business leadership experience.

$150,000 - $200,000 a year

Total Compensation includes a Stock Options grant, competitive benefits, and unlimited vacation.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on challenging, innovative, and complex systems
• Hands-on experience with a broad range of engineering challenges
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package