Job Summary:
We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Embedded Electronics Engineer to design, develop, and optimize embedded systems for UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles). The ideal candidate will work on flight control systems, sensor integration, real-time communication, and low-power embedded designs, contributing to the development of next-gen drone technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and test embedded firmware for microcontrollers used in drone systems.
Interface sensors (IMUs, GPS, barometers, cameras) with flight controllers and custom electronics.
Create and debug PCB designs for embedded applications.
Work with protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, PWM, and GPIOs.
Optimize real-time performance, power consumption, and system reliability.
Collaborate with mechanical, software, and avionics teams to ensure seamless system integration.
Write technical documentation for hardware specifications and firmware processes.
Conduct system-level testing, validation, and troubleshooting during lab and field tests.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related field.
Strong experience in embedded C/C++ programming.
Solid knowledge of microcontrollers (e.g., STM32, Atmel, ESP32, or similar).
Experience in PCB design tools like Altium Designer, KiCAD, or Eagle.
Familiarity with RTOS, embedded Linux, or bare-metal programming.
Experience in debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Nice to Have:
Experience with UAV platforms, flight controllers (PX4, ArduPilot), or drone-specific hardware.
Knowledge of wireless communication (LoRa, RF, Wi-Fi, telemetry).
Familiarity with Gerber file.
Familiarity with Git and version control systems.
What's great in the job?
- No outbound calls, you get leads and focus on providing value to them
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- Direct coordination with functional consultants for qualification and follow ups
- High commissions for good performers
Job Complexity:
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Team / Company Size:
10 / 40 people
Avg Deal Size:
$15k
Sales Cycle:
3 months
Company Growth:
50% YoY
Company Maturity:
Profitable
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Benefits
Healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA)
PTOs
Vacation, Sick, and Holiday paid leaves
Save on commute
Pre-tax commuter benefitsbr
(parking and transit)
Discount Programs
Brand-name product and services in categories like travel, electronics, health, fitness, cellular, and more
Prime location
Only a couple blocs from BART, Caltrain, Highway 101, carpool pickup, and Bay Bridge.
Sponsored Events
Tuesday Dinners, Monthly Lunch Mixers, Monthly Happy Hour, Annual day event
Sport Activity
Play any sport with colleagues and the bill is covered
Eat & Drink
Peet's and Philz coffee provided all day to order and pantry snacks
