Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Curtis Instruments; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Staff Embedded Software Engineer based in Livermore, CA to spearhead the development of embedded firmware for electric vehicles. In this role, you will enhance motor control systems and lead projects that drive the electric vehicle revolution while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This opportunity offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in embedded, real-time software or 7+ years with a Master’s degree.
• Proven experience in kernel development or work with RTOS.
• Strong understanding of hardware-software interaction.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded systems for real-time applications.
• Collaborate with teams to meet project requirements in OS development.
• Troubleshoot issues related to drivers and kernel modules.

Skills

Embedded systems

Low-level programming

Real-time software

Problem-solving

Multi-core concurrency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree

Job description

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Why Work at Curtis

We have met today's energy needs while planning for tomorrow's for over 100 years. Beginning with the first modern generator, the Rehlko Automatic Power & Light, launched in 1920, Rehlko has been an innovative leader in energy resilience.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, clean energy solutions, and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers.

Our priorities are global: the stability from steady energy sources and reliable back-ups. The power to be able to harness energy, and the freedom of not being dependent on an aging centralized grid. The confidence that clean energy solutions offer when it comes to a sustainable world, and the commitment to keep innovating towards greater impact.

Why You Will Love This Job

Here at Curtis, a Rehlko Company, we specialize in industrial and on-road motor control. In addition, we manufacture a variety of products to assist in EV development such as HMIs (human machine interfaces), DC-DC converters and gauges.

We are seeking a skilled Staff Embedded Software Engineer to develop real-time embedded firmware for electric vehicle (EV) motor controllers and inverters. Play a pivotal role in advancing the EV revolution by designing Curtis' custom OS for motor control systems deployed globally.

This position is located in our premier engineering facility in Livermore, CA, just outside Silicon Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Specific Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality embedded systems for real-time applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify project requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs in the context of OS development and hardware integration in motor control applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to real-time drivers, kernel modules, or HAL implementations, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in embedded systems, operating systems, and real-time applications.
• Follow best practices in coding standards, version control, testing, and system integration for embedded environments.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and 10+ years of experience in embedded, real-time software, or master’s degree with 7+ years of experience
• Proven experience in kernel development, or real-time driver development, or work with an RTOS.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, hardware-software interaction, and low-level programming.
• Experience with hardware abstraction layers (HAL)
• Proficiency in C/C++ with a focus on real-time implementations and multi-core concurrency.
• Experience with debugging tools, profilers, and performance optimization techniques for real-time systems.
• Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and fluency in Source Control Management (SCM) tools like Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills, understanding of software architectural design, and the ability to meet deadlines while working on complex OS-related projects.
  
  

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with serial communication protocols e.g., CANopen, J1939, UDS, EtherCAT.
• Experience with Infineon multi-core microcontrollers.
• Practical experience with test-driven development in embedded environments.
• Familiarity with UML modeling and system design for real-time applications.
• Experience with multi-core embedded applications.
  
  

The salary range for the role is $150,687 - $226,062. The specific salary range offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation.Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [e-mail]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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