Embedded Software Engineer, Bluetooth

Job Title 

Embedded Software Engineer, Bluetooth & Wi-Fi

About Canoo 

Canoo's mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done. 

The "Canoo Way" 

Canoo's success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 ("Important versus less important"), Act 30/30 ("Reduce waste and increase output"), and Live 90/10 ("We have each other's back"). We hire based on "MET" - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations. 

Job Purpose 

The Embedded Software Engineer, Bluetooth & Wi-Fi will support the development of firmware/software solutions for Canoo's In-Vehicle Infotainment controller. Your work on the vehicle's most customer-facing controller will directly impact the driver's experience.

Responsibilities (80s of the Position) 

• Develop base and application software for Embedded Linux infotainment controller related to WIFI and Bluetooth connectivity
• Investigate, debug and modify existing code
• Work with hardware and systems engineers to select components for new designs
• Bring up and test hardware components within Embedded Linux
• Test, debug, and validate firmware/software on bench, HIL, and in vehicle.
• Support FCC certification of Canoo vehicles
• Review schematics and configure low level software components to support hardware
• Develop documentation and test plans for software

Required Experience 

• BS/MS in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering 
• Minimum 3+ years of embedded programming experience. 
• Fluent in C/C++ and shell scripting
• Strong knowledge of standards
• Bluetooth profiles such as HFP and A2DP
• WIFI and Bluetooth software stacks
• Linux IPC, especially DBUS
• Understanding of Agile software development practices
• Driven and self-motivated
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment, as well as independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Experience  

• ARM based application processors
• WIFI and Bluetooth chipsets/modules
• Automotive protocols such as CAN, LIN, SPI, I2C, RS232 
• Yocto build systems 

Travel Requirements

• Business travel up to 20% annually.

Physical Requirements for Non-Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Physical Requirements for Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to lift up to 25 or more pounds, stand, sit, bend/stoop, or operate office equipment or machinery.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here...  

• Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone  
• Comprehensive Health Insurance  
• Equity Compensation 
• Flexible Paid Time Off 
• Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy 

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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