Founding Embedded Systems Engineer

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https://www.
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We see a world of ubiquitous low-cost robots transforming almost all aspects of society, but we see an urgent need in the defense industry.
We focus on building swarms of robots that incorporate a low-cost BOM, an autonomous stack optimized for off the shelf components, and a global planner that enables swarm capabilities for groups of robots to accomplish sophisticated tasks.
Our first product is a defense application building Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), collectively termed - Attritable, Networked, Tactical Swarm (ANTS).
Each UGV in ANTS is an independently-tasked, attritable robot designed for on-demand and autonomous mobility.
When operating as a swarm, ANTS is capable of executing more advanced and coordinated, high-level capabilities across a battlespace.
ANTS will help solve some of the DoD’s biggest problems that will save lives and increase defense capabilities.
The Founders and have decades of experience in self-driving cars and trucks, humanoids, and UAVs with experience from NASA, JPL, Cruise, Embark, McKinsey, Amazon, and the CIA.
Position description We are looking for a talented Embedded Systems Engineer with software and hardware experience to take ownership of embedded systems on our ground swarm robots.
This wide-ranging role will design and implement software and hardware solutions for all embedded systems on-board our robot and work closely with other disciplines to ensure we field a performant autonomous system.
Required qualifications 2+ years experience in design, prototype, build, and test of embedded systems software / firmware.
Evaluate, design, and implement both existing and custom communication protocols between devices and between compute modules.
Expert level knowledge of C or C++ programming; other languages and skills also valuable.
Strong knowledge of communication protocols, from low level (SPI, UART, CAN) to high level (TCP/UDP) Experience with safety critical systems and processes.
A BS in EE, CE, CS, or related field Comfort working in the high-paced, fluid environment of a tech startup Excitement about contributing to the defense of the United States and its allies Ability to obtain and hold a U.
S.
security clearance Ability to relocate to Phoenix, AZ Preferred qualifications Electronics Engineering experience, to include Power Systems and PCB design Robotics experience, to include ROS2 Salary: $130-180k base + equity + health benefits Location: In person in Phoenix, AZ https://www.
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