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# Lead Engineer, Embedded

- **Company:** ARCHER
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Software Debugging, Firmware, Raspberry Pi, Schematic Capture
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c0b6ffe9dd5626ea

## About the Role

* Hands-on experience with Raspberry Pi and other embedded systems platforms.
 * Demonstrated PCB design experience (schematic capture, layout, and bring-up).
 * Proficiency with 3D CAD tools for mechanical/enclosure design.
 * Has taken at least one embedded system from prototype through production., * Ability to architect and lay out PCBs, including schematic capture, component selection, and bring-up/debug of prototype boards.
 * Ability to produce 3D CAD models for enclosures, mounts, and mechanical integration of embedded hardware.
 * Background in aerospace, robotics, or other safety-critical embedded domains.

## Description

* Design, build, and lead development of embedded systems for an embedded device program, from concept through production release.
 * Develop and debug firmware/software for embedded platforms such as Raspberry Pi, integrating sensors and peripherals as needed.
 * Drive designs through DFM/DFT and production readiness, partnering with manufacturing and supply chain.
 * Set technical direction for the hardware/firmware stack and mentor other engineers on the team.
 * Collaborate cross-functionally with software, systems, and program teams to integrate this new device into the broader Archer ecosystem.


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