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Embedded Software Engineer, Haptics

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21 days ago
San Jose, CA, USASenior
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Base Salary

$120k - $300k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Write real-time firmware in C and C++ for microcontrollers controlling motion and haptic systems.
  • Characterize actuator behavior on the bench and tune controllers for responsive, pleasant interaction.
  • Prototype early hardware, validate response timing and feel, and help shape the final shipping experience with product and industrial design partners.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience writing microcontroller firmware in C and C++.
  • Shipped hands-on motor or actuator-control experience using PID, feed-forward, FOC, observers, or similar techniques.
  • Experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and I²C, SPI, or I²S bus traffic.
  • Working knowledge of Python or another scripting language for measurement automation and quick data analysis.
  • Ability to communicate technical tradeoffs clearly to non-firmware teammates.
  • Strong intuition for high-quality haptic experiences.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a US base salary range of $120,000-$300,000 annually.
  • Total compensation may include additional components and benefits depending on the role.
  • The role involves hands-on prototype and bench work alongside product and industrial design partners.

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