BS in Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering, or related field with 3+ years in embedded systems or hardware/software integration.
Proficient in C/C++ for firmware and Python for automation and data analysis.
Strong understanding of embedded communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART) and debugging techniques.
Ability to read board-level schematics and datasheets, and debug using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
Experience in writing requirements, test plans, and acceptance criteria for subsystem verification.
Capability to support flight test needs and troubleshoot systems quickly at a flight test facility.
Excellent technical communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Integrate boards, sensors, actuators, and communication links into functional subsystems for aircraft and ground stations.
Define and document subsystem requirements and interfaces, including messages, timing, power, and failure behavior.
Bring up new boards and hardware revisions, writing necessary firmware and test code.
Plan and execute subsystem verification through bench testing, hardware-in-the-loop, and flight tests.
Contribute to component selection and trade studies, reviewing schematics and designs with Electrical teams.
Triage integration and field issues across hardware, firmware, and communications, collaborating with various teams.
Benefits
Equity and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and unlimited paid time off.
Company holidays and a 401(k) plan.
Full Job Description
We're seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to make the boards, sensors, and software on our aircraft and ground stations work together as reliable systems. Working at the boundary between hardware and software, you'll define interfaces and requirements, bring up and integrate new boards and peripherals, and prove they work through bench, hardware-in-the-loop, and flight testing. You'll work closely with our Electrical, Mechanical, and Onboard Software teams, alongside senior engineers who will help you grow your scope.
In this role, you will:
Integrate boards, sensors, actuators, and communication links into working subsystems on our aircraft and ground stations
Define and document subsystem requirements and interfaces, including messages, timing, power, and failure behavior across CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, and BLE
Bring up new boards and hardware revisions with Electrical, and write the firmware and test code needed to exercise them
Plan and run subsystem verification, from bench and hardware-in-the-loop testing through flight test, including test plans, acceptance criteria, and sign-off
Contribute to component and sensor selection and trade studies, and review schematics and designs with Electrical
Triage integration and field issues across hardware, firmware, and comms, and collaborate with Electrical, Mechanical, Onboard Software, Operations, Safety, and Production
Requirements
BS in Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering, or a related field, and 3+ years in embedded systems, hardware/software integration, or test
Working proficiency in C/C++ for firmware and test tooling, plus Python for automation and data analysis
Solid knowledge of embedded communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART) and how to debug them
Comfort reading board-level schematics and datasheets, and debugging at the signal level using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
Experience writing requirements, test plans, and acceptance criteria, and verifying a subsystem against them
Ability to support flight test needs and debug systems rapidly at our flight test facility
Clear technical communication and strong cross-disciplinary teamwork in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
UAV, autonomous robotics, aerospace, or other safety-critical regulated experience
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop test setups and test automation
Familiarity with an autopilot stack such as ArduPilot or PX4, and UAV/avionics technologies (ADS-B, GPS/GNSS, LiDAR, radar)
Experience with embedded Linux on ARM, an RTOS, or bare-metal firmware
Experience with power systems, battery management systems, or smart battery ICs
Experience with environmental, EMI/EMC, or reliability testing
Familiarity with systems engineering practices such as interface control documents, requirements traceability, or FMEA
Experience using AI coding assistants to accelerate development
Hands-on PCB, wiring harness, or lab prototyping experience
Benefits
Compensation: The expected starting range for this role is $160,000-$205,000, based on San Francisco Bay Area market data. This range reflects the target starting pay for candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the role. Final compensation will depend on factors such as your experience, skills, level, location, and potential impact.
Total Rewards: In addition to base pay, our compensation packages include equity and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts (FSA), unlimited paid time off, company holidays, and a 401(k) plan.
About Matternet
Matternet is a developer of autonomous drone logistics systems. The company's systems are used for medical logistics, e-commerce, and urban aerial transportation. Matternet's systems consist of autonomous drones, ground stations, and cloud software. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
