Embedded Systems Engineer – Robotics Hardware
$70k/y-$300k/y
Field AIa day ago
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Summary
FieldAI is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer – Robotics Hardware to join their team in Irvine, CA. The role involves contributing to the architecture, configuration, and validation of compute systems for robotic platforms.
About the Role
As an Embedded Compute Engineer on the Hardware Team at Field AI, you will be responsible for designing and implementing embedded compute platforms, integrating compute with sensing and robotic systems, and conducting system-level tests. Your work will ensure the compute stack is optimized and reliable under field conditions, collaborating closely with various teams to deliver integrated solutions.
About You
Required:
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with embedded platforms (Jetson, Raspberry Pi, x86 NUCs, custom SBCs).
- Proficiency with Linux system configuration, scripting, and headless deployment tools.
- Strong skills in firmware development for microcontrollers, including bare-metal and RTOS environments.
- Proficient in C++ and Python for embedded and application-level development.
- Experience with communication protocols such as USB, Ethernet, I²C, SPI, CAN, GMSL.
Preferred:
- Experience taking systems from prototype to large scale production.
- Experience developing systems for harsh field environments.
- Experience working on robotics deployed in real world settings such as autonomous vehicles, drones, or ruggedized robots.
- Fluency across software, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of autonomy stacks used in robotics and how compute performance impacts autonomy algorithms.
Benefits
- Salary range between $70k–$300k, based on experience and location.
- Opportunity for hybrid or remote work options.
- Work with a world-class team in a creative and innovative environment.
Field AI
Field AI is pioneering the development of a field-proven, hardware agnostic brain technology that enables many different types of robots to operate autonomously in hazardous, offroad, and potentially harsh industrial settings – all without GPS, maps, or any pre-programmed routes.
Irvine, CA