Hybrid Staff Firmware Engineer

at Agility Robotics

• Job title: Staff Firmware Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Linux
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Fremont, United States

About the role

• Staff Firmware Engineer at Agility Robotics planning robot firmware architecture and collaborating with a multi-discipline team of engineers. Responsible for ensuring robust and production-ready robot designs.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the C++ firmware architecture that drives our robot’s low-level sensor network, controls, and power management systems.
• Develop the firmware communication layer utilizing EtherCAT and CAN.
• Write firmware for the hardware abstraction layer, peripheral drivers, and applications.
• Perform real-time hardware testing and debugging using benchtop test equipment such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Work with cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex problems dealing with the integration of software and hardware.
• Write performant, well-tested, maintainable, and well-documented C++ code.

Requirements

• BS in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field with 10+ years industry experience.
• Experience writing modern C++ (17, 20).
• Experience using FreeRTOS or similar.
• Experience with best practices for writing performant and maintainable software.
• Proficiency with a Linux-based development environment.
• Ability to read schematics, PCB layouts, and component datasheets.
• Ability to verbally communicate technical information effectively.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
• Equity: Company stock options.
• Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
• Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time Off:
• • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
• • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
• On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
• Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
• Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.