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# Senior Staff Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Boston Dynamics
- **Location:** Waltham, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,000 - $200,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Code Review, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Memory Management, Firmware, Real-Time Operating Systems, Verilog, PIC Microcontroller, Fpga Hardware, State Machines, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/7_591EFDEE6D2BE203BED4118B8D71A973

## About the Role

About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Staff Firmware Engineer to join the Atlas team at Boston Dynamics.
In this role, you will play a critical part in designing, developing, and delivering cutting-edge firmware solutions for advanced humanoid robots.
You will be involved in the full firmware development lifecycle, from concept to production, and will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects with a talented team of engineers.Responsibilities:Design, develop, and implement firmware for embedded systems for a wide variety of components.Write clean, efficient, well-tested and maintainable code in C and C++.Drive firmware development through the full lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.Collaborate with hardware engineers to define hardware/software interfaces and ensure seamless integration.Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving the team's development processes.Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in embedded systems and firmware development.Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical documentation.Mentor junior engineers and share your expertise.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering, or a related field.7+ years of proven experience driving firmware development through the full lifecycle.Strong programming skills in C and C++.Deep understanding of embedded systems concepts, including numerical representation, memory management, state machines, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).Hands-on experience with microcontrollers, particularly STM32 or similar architectures.Proficiency in using basic embedded development tools and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers).Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills with a strong analytical mindset.Nice-to-haves:Experience with motor control software and actuator systems.Experience with Aurix microcontroller architecture.Knowledge of functional safety standards and verification techniques (e.g., IEC 61508).Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts and best practices for embedded systems.Experience with FPGA development using Verilog or VHDL.We are interested in every qualified candidate
who is eligible to work in the United States.