Join Skild AI as a Firmware Engineer to develop and optimize firmware for robotics and embedded systems.
Posted by employer 1 year ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 8 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Firmware/Embedded Systems Engineer at Skild AI focuses on developing and optimizing firmware for BLDC motor control and real-time embedded systems, ensuring seamless integration with hardware components. Key skills include proficiency in C/C++, experience with low-level communication protocols, and familiarity with real-time operating systems like FreeRTOS. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong background in robotics or embedded systems, whether they are seasoned professionals or recent graduates eager to innovate. Skild AI's collaborative environment encourages exploration and creativity in advancing robotic intelligence.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Skild AI's careers page October 27, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$129,582).
- Starts above 4% of 149 comparable mid other roles that list C++ we track (median $125,000 across 21 companies). See C++ salary trends
- C++ appears in 5.7% of 4866 comparable mid other roles; FreeRTOS appears in 0.1% of 4866 comparable mid other roles.
Quick facts
- What's the salary range?
- Skild AI lists $100,000–$300,000 for this role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: BLDC motor control, C, C++, CAN, FOC, FreeRTOS.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Skild AI targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Firmware/ Embedded Systems Engineer role at Skild AI.
From the original posting
Company Overview
Position Overview
We are seeking a proficient Firmware Engineer that will develop and optimize firmware for BLDC motor control and real-time embedded systems. Key responsibilities include implementing control algorithms, debugging communication protocols, and integrating firmware with frameworks like ROS, while collaborating with hardware teams to ensure system performance.
Responsibilities
- Design, debug, and integrate low-level communication protocols such as RS-485, CAN, UART, and SPI.
- Develop firmware for microcontrollersand embedded Linux environments
- Implement and maintain real-time systems using RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, RT Linux, VxWorks).
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to bring up new PCBAs and integrate them into electromechanical systems
- Integrate firmware into higher-level communication frameworks, such as DDS (Distributed Data Service), e.g., ROS.
- Test, validate, and debug firmware systems in the lab.
- Document firmware design processes and contribute to best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics.
- Hands-on experience in firmware development for robotics, motor control, or embedded systems.
- Expertise in BLDC motor control, including FOC (Field-Oriented Control), PWM, and current/position control techniques.
- Proficiency in low-level communication protocols such as RS-485, CAN, and SPI.
- Experience with real-time embedded systems (e.g., FreeRTOS, RT Linux).
- Familiarity with DDS frameworks (e.g., ROS).
- Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems and adept with debugging tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex system integration challenges.
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