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# Lead Embedded SW Engineer, Hardware Emulation

- **Company:** Joby Aviation
- **Location:** Santa Cruz, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $139,500.0 - $224,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Static Program Analysis, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Datasheets, Emulators, Hardware Design, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Software Verification, Layered Systems, Fpga Hardware, Git, Integration Tests, Information Technology, DO-178B, Software Version Control
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/7_5FC98C8FD1805771E7B408F75449D73C

## About the Role

BS in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, mechatronics or similar field and 7+ years of industry experience. An advanced degree and 5+ years of industry experience will also be considered2+ years prior experience leading an embedded engineering development teamExpert knowledge of C++Expert knowledge of object-oriented programming methodology and multi-layered system architecturesExperience with communication protocols including I2C, CAN, SPI, UART, etc.Hands-on experience with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, voltmeters, etc.Ability to write software based on board schematics, datasheets, and hardware design documentsAbility to comprehend complex system requirements to provide emulation software requirementsAbility to understand written code in complex systems, perform code analysis, and distill information effectivelyExperience with version control systems (e.g., Git)Basic familiarity with Python

Desired

Experience with safety-critical embedded systems is a plusExperience with unit testing, integration testing, and hardware-in-the-loop testing is a plusExperience with DO-178C or similar assured software development process is a plus

## Description

We are seeking a passionate HW Emulation Lead to join our Automation Development Engineering Team in Santa Cruz, CA. The Emulation Lead will direct and contribute to the small team responsible for thoroughly understanding the electrical and software architecture of the aircraft and developing emulators that provide appropriate functional testing and fault injection capabilities. This will involve frequent collaboration with members from other teams including Systems Engineering, Flight Physics, Simulation, FPGA Development, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Flight Software, Software Verification, and Certification.We seek innovative self-starters who enjoy learning and working collaboratively. Developing modular, maintainable and well-documented software architectures is paramount.