Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Software)

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer with a strong software focus to contribute to the development of our embedded platforms. The ideal candidate will be motivated and a self-starter willing to expand their knowledge base and expertise to design, build and deploy highly embedded systems. Additionally, the ideal candidate should have experience, be willing to learn or, simply, be dedicated enough to learn how to bring up bare-metal systems, develop low-level drivers, and work with real-time operating systems.\n Responsibilities

The following is a list of the main responsibilities of the position:

• Develop and debug firmware for embedded systems using C/C++, JTAG and GDBWork with ARM-based architectures, including memory-mapped I/O and AXI4 protocols
• Bring up embedded systems from bare metal, including bootloader and peripheral initialization
• Select and implement lightweight RTOS solutions such as Zephyr or FreeRTOS
• Develop and optimize low-level drivers and embedded system components
• Understand and apply networking principles, including the OSI model and Ethernet stack
• Implement data structures such as circular buffers and queues from scratch
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure proper integration of software and hardware components

The following is a list of critical qualifications for the job opening:

• Must be a U.S Citizen or Green Card holder
• Prior Experience: 5+ years experience
• Work on location in Torrance, CA
• Minimum a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Proficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with assembly debugging
• Strong understanding of memory-mapped I/O, memory spaces, and embedded system principles
• Experience with RTOS concepts and lightweight operating system selection
• Familiarity with ARM-based architectures and AXI4 stream interfaces
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and Ethernet fundamentals
• Ability to implement low-level drivers and optimize embedded software
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment

CHIRP Robotics is a well-funded seed-stage startup operating in stealth mode and based in Torrance, California. The company aims to become a leading U.S. provider of modular intelligence and autonomous systems for a wide range of vehicles and applications. It has an impressive portfolio of patents on the hardware side and IP in software / algorithms. CHIRP’s CEO, a founding member of SpaceX, brings extensive technical expertise, a strong professional network, and significant business leadership experience.

$150,000 - $200,000 a year

Total Compensation includes a Stock Options grant, competitive benefits, and unlimited vacation.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on challenging, innovative, and complex systems
• Hands-on experience with a broad range of engineering challenges
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are a driven and passionate engineer looking to work and grow in a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you! Apply today by sending your resume to View email address on aiapply.co