Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field and 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience.
Strong programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems, particularly on MCU platforms and RTOS.
Proficiency with development and debugging tools such as Keil, IAR, VS Code, or Eclipse.
Experience with schematic/PCB tools for hardware debugging like Altium Designer or KiCad.
Familiarity with low-power systems and wireless protocols used in IoT devices.
Responsibilities
Develop firmware for AI wearable prototypes to enable inter-component communication.
Bring up new hardware platforms and perform debugging to validate functionality.
Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to integrate prototypes.
Optimize firmware for energy-efficient device control and basic operations.
Support rapid prototyping and prepare firmware for handoff to the Shenzhen team.
Benefits
Meaningful ownership and impact as part of the founding team in a fast-growing startup.
Comprehensive healthcare for employees and dependents, including dental and vision.
401(k) plan with company matching for retirement planning.
Unlimited paid time off (PTO) and 13 paid holidays.
12 weeks of paid parental leave regardless of gender support.
Hybrid work model with a minimum of 3 in-office days per week.
Top-of-the-line laptops and workstation setups for new hires.
Free snacks, drinks, and opportunities for annual offsite events.
Full Job Description
What You Will Do
Develop embedded firmware for AI wearable prototypes, enabling communication between MCU, sensors, wireless modules, and other hardware components.
Bring up new hardware platforms, perform firmware debugging, and validate system functionality.
Collaborate closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to build fully integrated prototype devices.
Implement and optimize firmware for low-power operation, device control, and basic system functions.
Support rapid prototype iteration and prepare firmware architecture for handoff to the Shenzhen engineering team.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience We Look for
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience.
Strong programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems, with experience on MCU platforms and RTOS environments.
Proficiency with development and debugging tools such as Keil, IAR Embedded Workbench, VS Code, or Eclipse, and familiarity with JTAG/SWD debuggers and logic analyzers.
Experience working closely with hardware teams using schematic/PCB tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence, or KiCad for hardware bring-up and debugging.
Experience with low-power systems, sensors, and wireless protocols (Bluetooth/BLE, Wi-Fi) used in wearable or IoT devices.
What We Offer
Founding Team: Opportunity to join the founding team of this new initiative, with meaningful ownership and impact on a fast-growing startup.
Competitive Compensation: $150K-$200K base salary+performance bonus+Equity.
Comprehensive Benefits: Top-tier healthcare for employees and dependents, including dental and vision, and a generous employer subsidy.
Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan for full time employees with company matching.
Paid Time Off: Unlimited PTO, plus 13 paid holidays.
New Parent Leave: 12 weeks of paid time off to spend time with your new family, regardless of gender.
Hybrid Office: Minimum of 3x in office per week.
Gear: New hires are equipped with their choice of new top-of-the-line laptops and workstation setups.
Perks: Best office equipment. Annual offsites. Free office drinks and snacks.
