Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer, Power Conversion Expert

2 days ago

Redwood City, California, United States Tau Motors Full time
About Tau Motors

Tau Motors is a venture-backed advanced technology company based in the Bay Area, Redwood City, CA. We design and develop next-generation products for electrification, pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Our Mission

We believe the key to a more sustainable future requires modern power conversion systems to increase the security of the world's energy. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists, operators, and industry leaders continues to advance our internal technology roadmap while collaborating with commercial partners to deploy our existing products to market.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior or Staff Engineer to join our inverter-embedded software team. As a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer, you will lead the development of our embedded systems, driving significant enhancements in software performance, capability, safety, robustness, and reliability for our inverters and control systems.

Responsibilities
  • Define the software architecture, create design requirements, and implement specifications while working with multiple stakeholders to develop robust and efficient power converters and systems.
  • Develop high-quality embedded code (C) and algorithms for controlling energy and power management features and applications for our programs.
  • Apply an excellent understanding of coding standards (MISRA), software/firmware compliance, and regulatory requirements for automotive, energy, and related industries.
  • Implement continuous improvements/development (CI/CD) and best practices within the team and the larger organization.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to define, develop, and integrate software into hardware and systems.
  • Collaborate with control engineers and technical domain experts to implement advanced algorithms and data structures in a testable, scalable, modular fashion.
  • Learn from and mentor others in a complex systems environment.
  • Lead technical meetings with team members and management to review system design, software architecture, feature performance, and progress.
  • Write embedded test code for testing all software components in an ECU (Electronic Control Units), from HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) all the way up to the application, using unit, SIL, and physical HIL tests.
  • Test plans and experiments, guiding and supporting cross-functional teams to achieve design & validation goals.
  • Participate in code reviews during development sprints. Provide technical feedback to drive high-quality designs.
Requirements
  • Comfort developing both RTOS and bare metal solutions.
  • Best practices and disciplines for software engineering, as well as hands-on experience with developing and troubleshooting embedded hardware and complex systems.
  • Expert-level knowledge of embedded firmware development in C or C++.
  • Proven record in software product development with diverse and ambiguous requirements. Ability to identify and resolve conflicting requirements.
  • Established experience with design and implementation for power conversion, motion control, and applications of hardware drivers for power electronics.
  • A validation mindset to see firmware throughout the software lifecycle, particularly with validation and maintenance of architecture.
  • Understanding of control system model development, tradeoffs of manual and auto code generation, and large-scale data analysis (Python/Matlab).
  • Strong communication skills, a preference for working in teams, and a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes.
Preferred Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronic engineering, or equivalent degree with a focus on control systems.
  • 5+ years' experience in embedded programming in C or C++.
  • 3+ years' experience in using Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, SafeRTOS.
  • Experience with digital bus standards such as SPI, I2C, CAN, LIN, and Ethernet, including communication protocols such as UDS, DOIP, and TCP/IP.
  • Experience with developing on small, specialized multiprocessors.
  • Experience using debuggers, oscilloscopes, JTAG, logic analyzers, etc.
  • Familiarity with Distributed Real-Time Systems (DRTS).
  • Proven ability and in-depth understanding of hardware and software interface design.
  • Industry experience in implementing production firmware and software solutions that are modular, easy to integrate, and releasable to customers and commercial partners.
  • Solid knowledge of Git, bug tracking software (Jira or other), and peer review workflows.
What We Offer

Tau Motors is committed to paying competitive compensation that is fair and equitable. Your experience, qualifications, training, critical skills, and/or business considerations determine your compensation. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include an annual performance bonus, equity, and other incentive compensation plans considered part of Tau's total compensation package.

To learn more about our top-tier benefits, please visit our website.

Perks

Become part of an emerging company during a rapid growth phase—within an industry undergoing dramatic transformation for a global imperative.

Work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields to: (1) attack some of the most pressing issues of today while (2) contributing to technically demanding and deeply innovative solutions.

Growth potential—we advance team members who have an outsized impact.

Competitive compensation based upon experience level, including stock options—we believe in capturing value in the future we create together.

Flexible time off and paid holidays.

Centrally located in the Bay Area on the Peninsula in vibrant downtown Redwood City.

Blocks from the Caltrain.

Walking distance to food and entertainment.

Easy access to both the 101 and 280.

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members.

Comprehensive benefits including HSA and FSA benefits, commuter benefits, ancillary benefits including OneMedical membership, a variety of telehealth services, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tau Motors is an equal opportunity employer that guarantees a work environment that respects and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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