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Embedded Firmware Engineer – Actuators & Drives

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138000.00 - 234600.00 USD / Year
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We are looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop and maintain the low-level firmware that runs on actuator and motor drive electronics. In this role, you will focus on robust, maintainable, and well-structured embedded software that enables motor control, sensing, safety, and system integration. You will work closely with motor control, electrical, and test engineers to ensure that firmware reliably bridges hardware capabilities and higher-level system requirements.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop and maintain embedded firmware for motor drives and actuator controllers
  • Implement hardware abstraction layers, drivers, and real-time infrastructure
  • Support integration of motor control algorithms developed by control engineers
  • Work closely with electrical engineers during hardware bring-up and debugging
  • Implement safety mechanisms, fault handling, and diagnostics
  • Support test and validation efforts through logging and debug features
  • Improve firmware efficiency, structure, readability, and long-term maintainability
  • Document firmware architecture, interfaces, and assumptions

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience industry with embedded systems and real-time firmware development
  • Proficiency in C and C++ for embedded targets (strong experience in C++)
  • Experience working with microcontrollers and low-level peripherals (ADC, PWM, DMA, timers, …)
  • Comfortable debugging firmware on real hardware using standard lab tools
  • Ability to collaborate closely with hardware and control engineers

Nice to have:

  • Experience with motor drives and power electronics
  • Familiarity with real-time operating systems
  • Exposure to safety-related or fault-tolerant embedded systems
  • Experience supporting hardware through prototype and production phases
What we offer:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Equity

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 31, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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