Firmware Engineer

Location:
Leander, Texas (Onsite)

Employment Type:
Full-time

Work Authorization Requirement:
Must meet ITAR requirements (U.S. Citizen, Green Card holder, or eligible status)

Compensation:
Competitive salary + equity + benefits (salary not provided)

Overview

An advanced defense technology organization is seeking a Firmware Engineer to develop embedded software systems powering autonomous platforms.

This role focuses on low-level firmware development, embedded systems architecture, hardware/software integration, and real-time systems. The ideal candidate has strong experience developing production-quality firmware and enjoys working hands-on across electronics, sensors, actuators, and embedded platforms.

This is a high-impact engineering role where firmware moves from concept through prototype development and real-world deployment.

Key Responsibilities

Embedded Firmware Development

Develop and maintain embedded firmware for STM32 microcontrollers.
Design and implement:
Develop reliable firmware solutions for autonomous systems.

Hardware & Software Integration

Work at the intersection of:
- Electronics
- Sensors
- Actuators
- Motor control systems
- Embedded software
Troubleshoot hardware/software interactions.
Support debugging, testing, and system optimization.

Communication & Systems Development

Develop and integrate communication protocols including:
- UART
- SPI
- I²C
- CAN
Support embedded architecture decisions and real-time system design.
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in:
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Related technical field
  (or equivalent practical experience)
3+ years of professional firmware engineering experience.
Strong experience with:
- Embedded C/C++ or Rust development
- STM32 microcontrollers
- Firmware architecture and debugging
- Production-quality embedded software
Solid mechatronics understanding.
Experience troubleshooting hardware and software interactions.
Experience with embedded communication protocols:
- UART
- SPI
- I²C
- CAN

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in:
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Robotics
- Autonomous systems
Familiarity with:
- UAV / drone systems
- Real-time operating systems (RTOS)
- Embedded development environments
Experience with:
- Rust embedded frameworks
- Async embedded development
- Taking systems from prototype through deployment
Experience working in startup or high-growth engineering environments.

Additional Requirements

Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must be comfortable working onsite in Leander, TX.
Hands-on engineering experience preferred.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package.
Equity/stock options.
Health insurance coverage.
Vision and dental benefits.
Life insurance.
Opportunity to work on advanced autonomous technology.