Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Motor Inverter
The Senior Motor Inverter Software Engineer is involved in the architecture and implementation of the embedded software at the heart of Joby Aviation aircraft. The engineer will play a key role in a small, fast-moving team and have input to requirements, conceptual system design, and implementation of the embedded safety critical software project that operates and manages the electric motors of our Joby aircraft.
Responsibilities:This role will require a deep understanding of complex embedded systems, state machines, FPGA integration, high-power electronics, and more to design a robust, reliable, and safe motor control system. On this project you will be responsible for designing and implementing motor inverter embedded software, communicating with systems engineers on aircraft level effects, assisting in software requirements authoring, and working with the motor controls and algorithms team as well as much more.
Required:- A Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or similar STEM field and 5+ years of relevant industry with a strong portfolio of designed and implemented embedded software. An advanced degree and 3+ years of industry experience will also be considered.
- Demonstratable knowledge of object-oriented C++ programming methodology and multi-layered system architectures.
- Knowledge of and experience with communication protocols including I2C, CAN, SPI, UART, etc.
- Understanding of hardware from an embedded software engineer's perspective.
- Experience with modern integrated development environments and debuggers.
- Hands-on experience with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, voltmeters, etc.
- A positive attitude and a passion for aerospace!
Please still apply if you don’t meet all items in the desired section! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse and effective workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay, bonus, and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $130,900 - $192,300/yr. The compensation package offered will be determined by location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
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