Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, or related field
5+ years of experience in embedded systems
Expertise in low-power microcontrollers and real-time systems
Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python for firmware development
Experience with wireless telemetry systems (BLE or custom RF)
Proven track record of ownership over complex hardware-software systems
Responsibilities
Define and own the firmware architecture for implantable neuroelectronic systems
Architect low-latency neural acquisition pipelines under power and thermal constraints
Lead co-design efforts between hardware and software components
Design validation mechanisms for safety-critical firmware
Ensure accountability for neural signal chain integrity from interface to output
Conduct structured root-cause analysis across multiple domains
Serve as the firmware technical lead within regulatory frameworks
Benefits
Subsidized medical and dental insurance for you and your dependents
Life insurance and disability coverage
401k retirement plan
Discretionary unlimited paid time off
Flexible Spending Account options
Commuter benefits for New York employees
Full Job Description
Senior Engineer, Embedded Software / Firmware Implantable Neuroelectronics Team Location: On-Site - San Diego, CA Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a embedded software engineer to assume technical ownership of firmware and system architecture for our implantable neuroelectronics platform. This individual will serve as the engineering authority for the Implantable Recording & Transmission Unit (IRTU), with end-to-end accountability across neural acquisition, power management, wireless telemetry, safety architecture, and real-time embedded performance.
This is a hands-on role with visibility across the organization. The successful candidate must be capable of debugging low-level firmware directly while defining architectural direction required to scale toward pivotal trial and commercialization.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Ownership • Define and own firmware architecture across implantable and external neuroelectronic systems • Architect deterministic, low-latency neural acquisition pipelines under strict power and thermal constraints • Lead hardware-software co-design across analog front end, analog to digital conversion, ASIC, RF communication, and battery subsystems • Design and validate safe boot, watchdog, fault-handling, and firmware update mechanisms suitable for implantable devices • Establish system-level performance budgets (power, latency, memory, RF throughput)
System Integrity & Reliability • Maintain end-to-end accountability for the neural signal chain from electrode interface through digital command output • Lead structured root-cause analysis across electrical, firmware, RF, and mechanical domains • Define verification and validation strategies for safety-critical firmware • Identify and prioritize technical risks ahead of pivotal trial milestones
Regulatory & Design Controls • Serve as firmware technical lead within design controls framework (IEC 62304, ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820) • Ensure traceability between system requirements, firmware architecture, and verification evidence • Partner with Regulatory and Quality to support audit readiness and pivotal trial submissions
Team & Infrastructure Development • Help to build and mentor a high-performance embedded engineering team • Establish coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, version control discipline, and automated testing infrastructure • Eliminate single-point-of-failure technical knowledge risk across the platform
Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in electrical/computer engineering, computer science or related technical field • 5+ years of embedded systems experience • Expertise in low-power microcontrollers and real-time systems • Strong C/C++ & python firmware development experience • Experience with wireless telemetry (BLE or custom RF systems) • Demonstrated ownership of complex hardware-software systems
Preferred Qualifications • Implantable medical device experience • Neural recording, stimulation, or bioelectronic medicine background • ASIC integration experience • Long-lived battery-powered system design • Experience in regulated or safety-critical environments (medical device, aerospace, or equivalent)
Compensation
The base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $200,000 depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or equity grants, subject to board approval and company policy.
Visa Sponsorship
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
Benefits (for W-2, full-time, exempt employees in the US only) ***Intern positions not eligible
Subsidized medical and dental insurance coverage for you and your dependent(s)
Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability
401k
Discretionary unlimited PTO
Flexible Spending Account for you and your dependent(s), with eligible plan elections
Commuter benefits for NY employees
Join Us
At Synchron, you will be part of a transformative mission and you will work alongside driven people who believe in the power of collaboration and innovation to make a lasting impact. If you are excited to stretch your skills and contribute to something meaningful, apply and now and build the future with us.
About Synchron
Synechron Inc. is a New York-based information technology and consulting company focused on the financial services industry including capital markets, insurance, banking, cards & payments and digital.
