{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7cc809319d2d17ed1cee145a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7cc809319d2d17ed1cee145a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7cc809319d2d17ed1cee145a","title":"Embedded System Engineer","description":"Embedded System EngineerCompensation: $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year plus stock optionsJob description:We are seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer with a strong software focus to contribute to the development of our embedded platforms. The ideal candidate will be motivated and a self-starter willing to expand their knowledge base and expertise to design, build and deploy highly embedded systems. Additionally, the ideal candidate should have experience, be willing to learn or, simply, be dedicated enough to learn how to bring up bare-metal systems, develop low-level drivers, and work with real-time operating systems.Responsibilities: Under guidance from senior electrical engineers, the candidate will:Develop and debug firmware for embedded systems using C/C++, JTAG and GDBWork with ARM-based architectures, including memory-mapped I/O and AXI4 protocolsBring up embedded systems from bare metal, including bootloader and peripheral initializationSelect and implement lightweight RTOS solutions such as Zephyr or FreeRTOSDevelop and optimize low-level drivers and embedded system componentsUnderstand and apply networking principles, including the OSI model and Ethernet stackImplement data structures such as circular buffers and queues from scratchCollaborate with hardware engineers to ensure proper integration of software and hardware componentsRequired Qualifications:Must be a U.S Citizen or Green Card holderPrior Experience: 3+ years experienceWork on location is Torrance, CABS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldProficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with assembly debugging. There will be a programming test and/or code review. Please bring a sample of code you have written (in any language) and be prepared to discuss it.Strong understanding of memory-mapped I/O, memory spaces, and embedded system principlesExperience with RTOS concepts and lightweight operating system selectionFamiliarity with ARM-based architectures and AXI4 stream interfacesSolid understanding of networking protocols and Ethernet fundamentalsAbility to implement low-level drivers and optimize embedded softwareStrong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environmentCompany OverviewWe are a seed phase start-up in stealth mode located in Torrance, CA. The company’s high energy and pace support rapid career advancement. The senior engineers are very knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to help. The company's goal is to become a key provider of novel sensor solutions for all types of applications. It has patents on the hardware side and IP in software / algorithms. Its current focus is on vehicle-based sensor suites for both the commercial and government markets.FPGA EngineerCompensation: $60,000 - $120,000 per year plus stock optionsJob Description:We are seeking an FPGA Engineer to design and implement complex FPGA designs for advanced and highly embedded multidomain robotics platforms. The ideal candidate must be motivated and a self-starter willing to expand their knowledge base and expertise.General Responsibilities: Under senior electrical engineer guidance, the candidate will:Design, implement, and test FPGA-based systems to enhance product capabilitiesBuild hardware/firmware specifically for avionics, robotics & flight-critical systemsDevelop and maintain RTL/firmware for peripherals, converters (ADC/DAC), and communication interfaces including 1 Gb+ Ethernet, PCIe, Serial (SPI, UART)Conduct simulation, hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing and validationRequired Qualifications:Must be a U.S CitizenPrior Experience: 3+ yearsBS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldNeed strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a small team environmentExperience in VHDL/Verilog, SoC (System on Chip) design, and FPGA platforms. Strong preference for VHDLWorked with AMD/Xilinx FPGAs and/or SoC FPGAsExperience with Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Tools:GHDL, GTKWave, OpenOCDSpecific Job Tasks will Include the Following:FPGA Architecture & IntegrationArchitect FPGA subsystems including data paths, memory hierarchies, and interface logicIntegrate FPGA designs with embedded processors (ARM/RISC-V soft or hard cores)Define register maps and hardware/software interfaces for FPGA peripheralsCollaborate with PCB designers to ensure signal integrity, pin planning, and power requirementsVerification & ValidationDevelop simulation testbenches and verification environmentsPerform functional simulation and waveform analysis to validate RTLPerform timing analysis and timing closure across multiple clock domainsSupport system bring-up and debug using on-chip analyzers (e.g., ILA/SignalTap equivalents)Hardware Debug & IntegrationDebug FPGA designs using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG toolsSupport hardware bring-up of new boards and prototypesWork closely with software and controls engineers to integrate FPGA functionality into the robotics platformGeneral Desired Skills IncludeLinux / Mac knowledgeCommand line tools and strong Unix tools and toolchains know-howBasic Linux host management (package management, updates etc.) understandingFPGA Related Desired Skills IncludeFamiliarity with Lattice / Microchip (Microsemi / Actel) and other cost-effective FPGA platforms / toolchainsExperience with AXI bus (AXI Stream, AXI-4, etc.)Proficient with DSP on FPGA data flows and implementations highly desiredExperience with processing, data routing and/or compute pipeline design methodologiesExperience with timing closure techniquesPrefer real world validation over simulated validationCompany Overview:We are a seed phase start-up in stealth mode located in Torrance, CA. The company’s high energy and pace support rapid career advancement. The senior engineers are very knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to help. The company's goal is to become a key provider of novel sensor solutions for all types of applications. It has patents on the hardware side and IP in software / algorithms. 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