Software Engineer I, Firmware

Brain Corp is a San Diego, California, USA-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Our purpose is to create autonomous technology that helps the real world work better. Brain's robotic and AI solutions help retailers ensure that the right product is on the right shelf at the right price, in a clean environment. Through the BrainOS® Robotics Platform, which powers the largest global fleet of the Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) in operation in commercial public spaces, Brain Corp delivers insightful and efficient automated solutions in both commercial floor cleaning and inventory management, empowering organizations and their employees to achieve more. Brain Corp currently powers more than 30,000 AMRs, representing the largest fleet of its kind in the world. Brain Corp is funded by the SoftBank Vision Fund, Clearbridge, and Qualcomm Ventures. Position Overview: As a member of the Firmware Engineering team, the Embedded Software Engineer I is responsible for focusing on writing safe, reliable embedded software for integrating hardware and software for robotic products. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to see your code directly impact the behavior of real-world robotic systems in real-time. Essential Job Functions: Write, bug-fix, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ and Python to support the core functionality of robotic systems Collaborate with the hardware team to integrate software with MCUs and peripherals using protocols like CAN, I2C, and SPI Participate in code reviews and utilize GitHub for source control to ensure all firmware meets team coding standards Contribute to build systems (CMake/Make) and support CI/CD pipelines to streamline the deployment of firmware releases Maintain clear technical documentation for integrated systems and software features to support team knowledge sharing Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or a related field. 0-2 years of professional experience in embedded software development Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics: Strong software engineering and coding skill in C/C++ Experience with ARM Cortex MCUs Experience with embedded RTOS, and programming in multithreaded environments Experience with embedded system skills (CAN, I2C, SPI, GPIO, interrupts, timers, PWM) Familiarity with AGILE development and continuous integration Familiarity with Linux environments, build systems (Makefile and/or CMake), and test automation frameworks (pytest) Familiarity with lab equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes) Familiarity with Github for source control, tracking, and testing Things That Make a Difference: MS in computer science, software engineering or a related field Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and related tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD) Experience with Github, JIRA, and Jenkins tools for source control, tracking, and testing Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; use of hands to finger and grasp; talk and hear at normal room levels; visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures; push or pull up to 20 pounds. Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Employees are exposed to the typical office environment with computers, printers and telephones. Salary Range: The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in San Diego, California is $123,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Brain Corp is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

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