Backbone is seeking an experienced and highly motivated
Lead Embedded Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, excellent problem-solving skills, and a proven track record of leading engineering projects. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining embedded systems and software, as well as mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
What You'll Do:
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Design and Development:
- Lead the design, development, and testing of embedded systems and software.
- Develop and maintain firmware for microcontrollers and other embedded devices.
- Optimize embedded software for performance, power consumption, and reliability.
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Project Management:
- Manage and coordinate embedded engineering projects from concept to delivery.
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
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Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in embedded systems.
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Collaboration:
- Work closely with hardware engineers to integrate and debug hardware/software solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, QA, and manufacturing.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide project updates.
What We're Looking For:
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Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
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Experience:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in embedded systems development.
- Proven experience leading engineering teams and projects.
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Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages.
- Experience with microcontroller architectures (ARM, AVR, PIC, etc.).
- Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded Linux.
- Knowledge of hardware design and interfacing (SPI, I2C, UART, etc.).
- Experience with debugging tools and techniques (JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
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Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Bonus Points:
- Experience with wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth, Zigbee, Wi-Fi).
- Familiarity with safety-critical systems and standards (ISO 26262, IEC 61508).
- Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
- Experience with version control systems (Git).
Benefits and Perks:
- Bi-annual off-sites to spend time with the team
- Hybrid office model (this role can be fully remote)
- Offices in Seattle and the SF Bay Area (Atherton)
- 401k match
- Full medical, dental, and vision for all FTE roles
- Free Backbone products (sometimes free games too!)
Compensation:USD 160000-220000
