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Firmware/ Embedded Systems Engineer

Skild AI· Engineering
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San Mateo$100k - $300kfull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Firmware Engineer responsible for developing and optimizing firmware for BLDC motor control and real-time embedded systems, integrating with frameworks like ROS, and collaborating with hardware teams to ensure system performance.

Responsibilities

  • Design, debug, and integrate low-level communication protocols such as RS-485, CAN, UART, and SPI.
  • Develop firmware for microcontrollers and embedded Linux environments
  • Implement and maintain real-time systems using RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, RT Linux, VxWorks).
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to bring up new PCBAs and integrate them into electromechanical systems
  • Integrate firmware into higher-level communication frameworks, such as DDS (Distributed Data Service), e.g., ROS.
  • Test, validate, and debug firmware systems in the lab.
  • Document firmware design processes and contribute to best practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics.
  • Hands-on experience in firmware development for robotics, motor control, or embedded systems.
  • Expertise in BLDC motor control, including FOC (Field-Oriented Control), PWM, and current/position control techniques.
  • Proficiency in low-level communication protocols such as RS-485, CAN, and SPI.
  • Experience with real-time embedded systems (e.g., FreeRTOS, RT Linux).
  • Familiarity with DDS frameworks (e.g., ROS).
  • Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems and adept with debugging tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex system integration challenges.

Skills

Required:BLDC motor control (FOC, PWM, current/position control)C/C++ for embedded systemsRTOS experienceLow-level communication protocolsEmbedded Linux / microcontrollers
Nice to have:ROS/ DDS integration
Last updated Sep 6, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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