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About the Role
We are seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to help set the technical direction for embedded software across our BMS and powertrain programs. You will share ownership of the embedded platform architecture, make key technical decisions, and serve as a technical authority for complex problems. You will also multiply the effectiveness of the team by mentoring engineers, leading design reviews, and defining standards, tools, and processes.
Responsibilities
- Co-own the embedded software architecture for BMS and powertrain platforms, driving architectural trade-off decisions.
- Define module boundaries, interface contracts, and reusable platform components.
- Shape and drive the embedded software technical roadmap.
- Lead technical design reviews and approve architecture and safety-relevant changes.
- Lead complex, multi-subsystem efforts from concept through validation.
- Write and review high-quality Modern C++ (C++17+) production code.
- Maintain coding standards and best practices.
- Own requirements definition, work breakdown, estimation, and development planning.
- Anticipate and drive resolution of technical risks across hardware/software integration and at the system level.
- Define and evolve the HIL validation and test strategy.
- Serve as a senior technical point of contact for customers on architecture, integration, and technical trade-offs.
- Mentor and develop engineers through design guidance, code review, and technical coaching.
- Maintain and evolve the software functional safety strategy in support of ISO 13849, IEC 61508, and ISO 26262 compliance.
- Communicate technical direction, status, and risks to engineering leadership, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Evaluate and introduce tools, processes, and technologies that improve development velocity and software quality.
Requirements
- 8+ years of professional embedded software development experience.
- Significant time as a technical lead or architect.
- Proven track record defining and owning the software architecture of complex embedded products shipped to production.
- Expert-level Modern C++ for resource-constrained, real-time systems.
- Deep understanding of embedded C++ toolchains (build systems, compilers, static analysis, debugging environments).
- Deep understanding of microcontroller architecture and real-time operating systems.
- Demonstrated technical leadership across multiple engineers or subsystems.
- Strong systems integration experience (sensor integration, actuator control, power control, etc.).
- Expert debugging across the hardware/software boundary.
- Solid understanding of electronics fundamentals and electrical calculations.
- Track record of building alignment with peer technical leads and resolving technical disagreements constructively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Skills
- Modern C++ (C++17+)
- Embedded C++ toolchains
- Microcontroller architecture
- Real-time operating systems
- Systems integration
- Debugging
- Electronics fundamentals
- Electrical calculations
- Technical leadership
- Software architecture
- BMS systems
- SOX algorithm development
- ISO 26262
- IEC 61508
- ISO 13849
- CI/CD
- HIL automation
- Static analysis
- MISRA C++
Location
- South San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- On-site
- Hybrid flexibility may be available
Experience Level
- Staff
- 8+ years of professional embedded software development experience
- Significant time as a technical lead or architect
Salary/Compensations
- Pay Range: South San Francisco, CA
- The salary range represents the expected base salary for this role.
- The actual offer will be based on a variety of factors, including knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.
- In addition to base salary, full-time employees are eligible for equity/bonus programs and a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Base salary
- Sign-on bonus
- Equity award
- 401(k) Plan with employer match
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 99% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums covered
- Paid Parental Leave
- Vacation & Sick Leave
- Company Holidays
- Flexible Leave
- PTO Nomination Program
- Bereavement Leave
- Jury Duty Leave
- Professional Development budget
- Safety Shoe Stipend
- Team Outing Program
- Social Calendar
- Catered team lunches
- Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
- Commuter Benefits
- Uber Business access
- Free on-site EV charging
About the Company
- We offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance.
- We provide programs and experiences that foster connection, growth, and a supportive workplace culture.
- We operate primarily on-site to foster fast-paced collaboration and execution.