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Associate Firmware Engineer

PleasantonFull-time$107k–$154k2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorshipCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Build embedded software for next-generation quantum sensing instruments to enable precision measurement.

Role type

Associate Firmware Engineer

Builds

Embedded firmware for quantum sensing instruments

Domain

Quantum technology / Embedded systems

Required skills

C/C++, RTOS, bare-metal programming, interrupt service routines, peripheral drivers, Python scripting, lab equipment operation, debugging

Preferred skills

PID control algorithms, fixed-point arithmetic, digital filter design, communication protocols (TCP/UDP/UART/SPI/I2C), Assembly language, Ethernet stacks (lwIP), SoC/FPGA experience

Technologies

ST microcontrollers, COTS devices, MCUs, custom ASICs, RTOS, Python, C, C++

Responsibilities

Write and verify embedded firmware for ST microcontrollers; Implement control algorithms for high-precision instruments; Develop peripheral drivers for mixed-signal devices; Partner with hardware engineers on board testing and bring-up; Contribute to code reviews and documentation

Seniority

Early-career, Associate