Embedded Engineer, Actuators, Chassis Systems
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Level
Entry-Level
Department
Transportation
Type
Salary
$120,000 - $396,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-05-28
Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality, safety-critical software for RTOS and actuator drivers.
- Perform hands-on hardware bring-up and board-level debugging.
- Conduct bench and PCB-in-the-loop testing for software verification.
- Make performance and optimization trade-offs based on product requirements.
- Design code abstractions for reuse across various vehicle platforms.
- Specify performance requirements for vehicle sensors and actuators.
- Drive design decisions regarding microcontroller selection and software architecture.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency in C programming.
- Familiarity with MISRA C and Python is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with microcontroller peripherals (ADCs, CAN, GPIOs, PWM, SPI).
- Understanding of electrical schematics and circuit behavior.
- Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
- Knowledge of PID controllers and control loops is a plus.
