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# Software Engineer I, Firmware

- **Company:** Brain Corp
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $124,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, ARM Architecture, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Code Review, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Embedded Software, Firmware, Github, Make (Software), Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Real-Time Operating Systems, Robotic Automation Software, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, Multithreading, Pytest, Gitlab-ci, Information Technology, Build Tools, Software Version Control, Jenkins
- **Published:** October 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c909b614c69259d6

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
 * 0-2 years of professional experience in embedded software development

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:

 * Strong software engineering and coding skill in C/C++
 * Experience with ARM Cortex MCUs
 * Experience with embedded RTOS, and programming in multithreaded environments
 * Experience with embedded system skills (CAN, I2C, SPI, GPIO, interrupts, timers, PWM)
 * Familiarity with AGILE development and continuous integration
 * Familiarity with Linux environments, build systems (Makefile and/or CMake), and test automation frameworks (pytest)
 * Familiarity with lab equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes)
 * Familiarity with Github for source control, tracking, and testing

Things That Make a Difference:

 * MS in computer science, software engineering or a related field
 * Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and related tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD)
 * Experience with Github, JIRA, and Jenkins tools for source control, tracking, and testing

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; use of hands to finger and grasp; talk and hear at normal room levels; visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures; push or pull up to 20 pounds.

## Description

As a member of the Firmware Engineering team, the Embedded Software Engineer I is responsible for focusing on writing safe, reliable embedded software for integrating hardware and software for robotic products. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to see your code directly impact the behavior of real-world robotic systems in real-time., * Write, bug-fix, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ and Python to support the core functionality of robotic systems

 * Collaborate with the hardware team to integrate software with MCUs and peripherals using protocols like CAN, I2C, and SPI
 * Participate in code reviews and utilize GitHub for source control to ensure all firmware meets team coding standards
 * Contribute to build systems (CMake/Make) and support CI/CD pipelines to streamline the deployment of firmware releases
 * Maintain clear technical documentation for integrated systems and software features to support team knowledge sharing
 * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned