Senior Firmware Engineer - Cambridge, United States - voltalabs

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[Full Time] Senior Firmware Engineer at Volta Labs, Inc. (United States) | BEAMSTART Jobs
Senior Firmware Engineer

Volta Labs, Inc. United States
Date Posted
31 May, 2023
Work Location
Cambridge, MA, United States
Salary Offered
$110000 — $150000 yearly
Job Type
Full Time
Experience Required
6+ years
Remote Work
No
Stock Options
No
Vacancies
1 available
The Team

This role will be part of the Embedded Software team at Volta. This small but mighty team is responsible for all software controlling the instrument. The tech stack is primarily Python 3 and C++, with ReactJS, and Typescript used for the instrument UI. Our software has been deployed in some of the foremost research institutions in the world. Areas of work include firmware, instrument control, real-time video processing, and telemetry. Join us if you are passionate about the interaction of software, hardware, and biology and want to define the future of automation in the life sciences
The Role

We are looking for an experienced firmware engineer to own the firmware layer of the embedded software stack and bridge the gap between electronics and application processing.

This is a high-impact role that contributes directly to Volta's growth. You will become the expert on Volta's firmware and ensure the successful deployment of embedded software at customer sites.
Responsibilities

Work closely with the electrical engineering and embedded software teams to write code that connects hardware to the outside world
Design, develop, and maintain firmware to interface with data converters, sensors, and other peripheral devices on our custom PCBs
Use standard electrical lab equipment to test and debug interfaces to hardware subsystems, creating hardware test stands and software testing tools as needed
Create processes and tools to bring up, boot, and field upgrade firmware on the system's microcontrollers
Understand circuit designs and electrical schematics of instrument subsystems
Assist the electrical engineer team in selecting microcontrollers and processors to ensure they are appropriately sized
Proactively identify technical risks and devise mitigation strategies
Communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and build alignment toward specific solutions.
Qualifications

6+ years hands-on experience with designing and developing driver and application-level firmware, bootloaders, and related low-level functionality using C/C++ in bare-metal and modern RTOS environments.

Proven ability to program ARM microcontrollers and communication interfaces like UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, USB
Extensive experience with lab instrumentation like logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, etc., to debug at the hardware level
Ability to understand circuit designs and electrical schematics of instrument subsystems. Ability to design simple PCBs is a plus
A "get it done" mindset, willing to step outside the usual job role to ensure project success
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with ambiguous requirements and evolving priorities
BS or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field, or equivalent experience
Perks & Benefits

Robust Equity Program, to build future wealth through stock options with high growth potential
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage, including Medical, Dental, & Vision
HSA, FSA, and Sponsored Commuter Benefit Plans
Access to Our 401K Plan, to save for your future
12 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave, which can be taken over 12 months
Unlimited Paid Time Off, because we understand the importance of time off for rest and adventure
10 Paid Federal Holidays
Twice Weekly On-site Lunches, variety snacks, beverages, & treats
Weekly Paid Coffee Date with Colleague
Monthly Team Happy Hours
About Volta Labs, Inc.

Unlocking the utility of genomics for the world


Company Size:
People

Year Founded:

2018


Country:
United States


Company Status:
Actively Hiring Looking for Partners Looking for Clients Raising Funds

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