Senior Firmware Engineer

Yotta Energy; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Yotta Energy in Austin, Texas is looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer to develop embedded firmware for cutting-edge hardware products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded systems, strong programming skills in C/C++, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

This role offers a competitive salary up to $150,000 annually along with a comprehensive benefits package and an opportunity to make a significant impact in the clean energy sector.

Qualifications

• Experience with 5+ years in embedded firmware development.
• Knowledge of communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C.
• Familiarity with RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS or embedded Linux.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, and maintain embedded firmware.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system architecture.
• Mentor junior firmware engineers and provide technical leadership.

Skills

C/C++ programming skills

Embedded systems knowledge

Debugging skills

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

ARM Cortex-M

STM32

Versions control (Git)

Job description

About YottaEnergy

YottaEnergy is a leader incutting edgecommercial solar and energy storage solutions, delivering innovative, cost-effective, and scalable technology to power the future of clean energy. We are building a world class team of professionals passionate about renewable energy and sustainable solutions. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-growing, mission driven company, YottaEnergy is the place for you.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Firmware Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware for next-generation hardware products. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), low level hardware interfaces, and firmware architecture. This role collaborates closely with hardware, software, QA, and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-performance embedded solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, and maintain embedded firmware for microcontrollers and embedded platforms
• Develop low-level drivers, bootloaders, communication protocols, and application-layer firmware
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system architecture and troubleshoot hardware/firmware integration issues
• Optimize firmware for performance, memory usage, power consumption, and reliability
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Create and execute unit tests, integration tests, and validation procedures
• Support product bring-up, manufacturing, and field troubleshooting activities
• Participate in requirements analysis, technical documentation, and project planning
• Mentor junior firmware engineers and provide technical leadership across projects
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver products on schedule and within quality standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in embedded firmware development
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems
• Experience with ARM Cortex-M, STM32, ESP32, PIC, AVR, or similar microcontrollers
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet, or BLE
• Experience with RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or embedded Linux
• Familiarity with debugging tools including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG/SWD debuggers
• Experience using version control systems such as Git
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret hardware schematics and technical drawings

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related technical field
• Experience with wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, LoRa, LTE)
• Knowledge of secure boot, encryption, and embedded cybersecurity practices
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing for embedded systems
• Familiarity with IoT devices and cloud-connected embedded applications
• Experience in regulated industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or industrial automation

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of embedded system architecture
• Excellent debugging and optimization skills
• Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and reliability

What We Offer

• Up to $150,000 a year
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Collaborative, mission driven work environment

Work Authorization Requirement

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

Why Join YottaEnergy

At YottaEnergy you won't be one of many, you'll be a key leader helping define how our operations scale. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership, build high-performing teams, and directly impact the growth of a fast-moving clean energy company.