Staff Software Engineer, Embedded

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the Southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer with a background in embedded systems who understands how to ship mission critical software. The role will collaborate across hardware and software teams to design the low level devices that interface with our truck systems, ensure reliable operations of large robots, and provide cutting-edge functionality to real customers. The role will bring the best of modern software engineering to ensure a high level of safety and performance.In this role, you will:Collaborate with hardware EE on design and test of high reliable hardware systemsCollaborate with software engineering on architecture, optimizations and reviewsContribute to hardware specifications to ensure test coverage and fault detectionParticipate in hands-on hardware bring-up in the engineering lab using analyzers and probesDebug common truck functions on the vehicles (Driver interfaces, Braking, Steering)Develop software for embedded platforms (x86, ARM) in C/C++Develop software for sensors. Evaluation and production (Camera, Radar, Lidar, IMU)Develop software for network devices, time synchronization experience a plusWhat you'll bring:Strong technical background. BS or MS, or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering8+ years of software development experience, ideally within the automotive, aerospace or a related industryExtensive programming experience in C++Deep knowledge of embedded programming platformsGood understanding of networking fundamentalsExperience with implementation and on-vehicle debugging of low level hardware buses such as I2C, CAN, SPI, and UARTExperience with high speed hardware communication such as PCIe and Automotive EthernetHands on. You are just as comfortable getting your hands dirty analyzing a subsystem in the shop as when using a keyboard.Great communicator. You have experience writing clear, concise, and detailed documentationPassion. You are passionate about autonomous vehicles and their potential impact on humanityWhat we offer:Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonusesExcellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)MetLife Legal Services, Identity & Fraud Protection, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Insurance, & Critical Illness InsuranceFlexible PTO, 10 paid holidays, and generous parental leave policiesOur office is centrally located in Mountain View, CAOffice perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV chargingWellbeing Benefits - Headspace through Cigna, Calm through Kaiser, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health through Cigna, Rula (mental health navigation)Fidelity 401(k)Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSAThe pay range listed below reflects the base salary in our SF/Silicon Valley location, across several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package$200,000 - $250,000 USDAt Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.J-18808-Ljbffr