Canoo

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, High Voltage System

Canoo • $110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded programming for power converters
  • Fluent in C programming language
  • Proficient in Assembly coding
  • Experienced with micro-controller IDE development tools
  • Strong grasp of software development practices and tools
  • Background in real-time operating systems and digital control loops

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop embedded real-time software for power conversion ECUs
  • Implement control algorithms and communication code
  • Create documentation and test plans for the software
  • Investigate and debug existing software code
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to test and validate firmware
  • Develop communication protocols for new systems
  • Create and refine embedded firmware from concept to post-production

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on innovative electric vehicle technology
  • Comprehensive health insurance packages
  • Equity compensation opportunities
  • Flexible paid time off policy
  • Energetic and casual workplace atmosphere
Full Job Description
Job Title

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, High Voltage System

Job Purpose

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer position will develop real-time low-level embedded software for power conversion systems and communications. This position will be responsible for designing and developing software for embedded control of inverters, DC-DC converters, and On-Board Charger for Canoo's electric vehicles.

Responsibilities (80s of the Position)

  • Design, develop, implement, debug and maintain embedded real-time software for power conversion ECUs
  • Develop code for control algorithms and communication
  • Develop documentation and test plans for software
  • Investigate, debug and modify existing code
  • Work with HW engineers to test, debug and validate FW on bench
  • Develop standard and custom communication protocols for new systems
  • Develop power electronics FW from concept to post-production


Required Experience

  • BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering
  • 5+ years of embedded programming design experience for switched mode power converters
  • Fluent in C
  • Ability to code in Assembly
  • Proficient with micro-controller IDE design/development tools
  • Thorough understanding of software development practices and associated tools
  • Experience in real-time operating systems
  • Understanding of AC-DC and DC-DC operation and digital control loops
  • Ability to follow circuit schematics and PCB layout drawings
  • Experience in standard lab equipment such as power analyzer, oscilloscopes, frequency response analyzer to use for validating and debugging FW


Preferred Experience

  • MS or PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering
  • Experience with ST 32-bit microcontroller platforms
  • Experience developing device drivers, control systems, and communications protocols
  • Experience with CAN, SPI, I2C, RS-232, 802.11x, and TCP/IP protocols
  • Automotive experience
  • Good understanding of design for manufacturing, quality control, and FMEA


Travel Requirements

  • Business travel up to 20% annually.


Physical Requirements for Position

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here...

  • Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance
  • Equity Compensation
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy


About Canoo

Canoo is a company that specializes in developing electric vehicles. The company's mission is to create affordable, sustainable transportation solutions that are designed for the modern world. Canoo's vehicles are designed to be modular and customizable, allowing customers to choose the features and functions that best suit their needs. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Torrance, California.
Learn more about Canoo
Size
400 employees
Market Cap
$353 million
Industry
Net Income
-$1.4 million
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