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# Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** AMPERESAND INC.
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Voluntary work
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Analog Electronics, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Firmware, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, System Programming, Real Time Systems, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/firmware-engineer-amperesand-8105929

## About the Role

* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, etc. with 2+years of professional experience or combined equivalent experience with evidence of exceptional ability
 * Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded systems.
 * Understanding of low-level programming and hardware interfacing.
 * Knowledge of real-time programming concepts and real-time operating systems.
 * Ability to write efficient code under resource constraints (memory, CPU).
 * Experience with embedded system testing practices.
 * Basic knowledge of digital and analog electronics.
 * Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% including internationally
 * Excellent written and verbal communications in English

## Description

* Own essential features for power electronics embedded systems, ensuring functional and performance requirements are met
 * Work closely with hardware teams to integrate firmware with new or existing hardware components
 * Work with other talented engineers to solve complex problems, share knowledge, and ensure project milestones are met
 * Stay updated with new technologies, tools, and methodologies in embedded systems


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