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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Firmware Engineer - **Company:** Vitesse Systems - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $79,000.0 - $108,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Board Bringup, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Ethernet, EtherCAT, Firmware, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Kinematics, Microsoft Dynamics, Real-Time Operating Systems, Robotic Automation Software, RS-232, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Serial Peripheral Interface, Git, Information Technology - **Published:** September 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/08b2dd00-5303-4789-b527-cf45143ac1d0/embedded-firmware-engineer ## About the Role * BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline applicable to robotics * Level I: 2+ years of software engineering experience developing production-grade firmware and embedded software with preference to electromechanical hardware and robotic systems * Level II: 5+ years of software engineering experience developing production-grade firmware and embedded software with preference to electromechanical hardware and robotic systems * Level III: 8+ years of software engineering experience developing production-grade firmware and embedded software with preference to electromechanical hardware and robotic systems * Experience testing, validating, and managing firmware deployments for products in the field * Strong programming skills in C++ and Python with good coding, commenting, and documentation practices * Proficiency coding embedded systems using C/C++, VHDL, or Verilog in a Linux environment * Contribute to design documentation for test protocols, reports, and software requirements * Experience with full life-cycle library and application development, Git version control, software testing, and continuous integration * Ability to read circuit diagrams and perform basic debugging * Development experience with robotic systems and theory (mechatronics, motor control, kinematics, dynamics, sensing, control, planning, etc.) * Experience working with I/O technologies and embedded systems such as: communication protocols (SPI, EtherCAT, Ethernet, UART, CAN, I2C, RS 232 etc.), actuators, motors, motor controllers, sensors (incremental and absolute encoders, analog sensors, IMUs, etc) * Proof of US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is required to comply with ITAR regulations. * Motivation to learn whatever knowledge you are missing to get the job done right * Familiarity and proficiency using basic electronics tools (soldering iron, crimpers, oscilloscope, etc). * Spaceflight hardware and avionics * Spaceflight hardware process development cycles, from requirements generation to V&V * Software design/qualification experience for radiation hardened electronics * Knowledge of automated software test and continuous integration systems * Real Time Operating System (RTOS) development * ROS and experience with ROS hardware integration * Ability to work well on a team and take full responsibility for individual tasks which may be open ended ## Description The primary responsibility of the Embedded Firmware Engineer is to develop and troubleshoot hardware which may require basic hands on mechanical and electrical assembly skills to diagnose issues and implement fixes during the development process., * Write code for firmware, drivers, and embedded devices * Hands-on bring-up and integration of electromechanical systems and devices (motors, motor controllers, linear and rotary actuators, analog and digital sensors, etc) * Work closely with electrical engineers and technicians to support board bring-up, integration, and testing. * Translate hardware requirements into firmware and embedded software requirements * Be technically excellent, accountable for your work, and responsible for deadlines * Constantly strive to improve your own technical skills, company processes, and be willing to both teach and learn from your peers. * Travel when required to support hardware assembly, testing, and integration. * Other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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