Staff Firmware Engineer – Real-Time Quantum Systems

Vector Atomic, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Platinum-level family health coverage

20 days of paid time off

Employer 401(k) contributions

Job summary

Vector Atomic, Inc. is seeking a skilled engineer to provide technical leadership in real-time control systems using C/C++ and Rust. Located in Pleasanton, California, this role demands a BS/MS degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, along with 8-12 years of experience or a PhD with 8+ years. Key responsibilities include mentoring engineering teams, establishing coding standards, and leading multi-disciplinary technical initiatives. Competitive salary ranges from $150,000 to $180,000, with substantial benefits including health coverage and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable working in a laboratory environment.
• Extensive experience in developing production Rust systems.
• Deep understanding of hardware-software interfaces including TCP, UART, and MMAP.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for real-time control systems.
• Write production-quality code and establish best practices.
• Mentor engineers and lead technical discussions.

Skills

Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science

Proven ability to lead technical initiatives

Excellent communication skills

Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills

Education

BS/MS Degree with 8-12 years of experience or PhD with 8+ years

Tools

C/C++

Rust

Linux

Job description

Vector Atomic, Inc. is seeking a skilled engineer to provide technical leadership in real-time control systems using C/C++ and Rust. Located in Pleasanton, California, this role demands a BS/MS degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, along with 8-12 years of experience or a PhD with 8+ years. Key responsibilities include mentoring engineering teams, establishing coding standards, and leading multi-disciplinary technical initiatives. Competitive salary ranges from $150,000 to $180,000, with substantial benefits including health coverage and 401(k) contributions.