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Role Description

Fi is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to design and build the firmware powering our next generation of connected collars – shaping the architecture, performance, and reliability of systems trusted by hundreds of thousands of dogs. You’ll dive deep into connectivity, low-power optimization, and real-time processing, driving decisions that bridge hardware, software, and data into one seamless product experience.

What You'll Do:

• Firmware Development: Take a front-line role in designing, developing, and maintaining firmware for embedded systems, ensuring functionality, reliability, and performance optimization.
• Collaborative Problem-Solving: Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware components, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system performance.
• Code Review and Documentation: Conduct code reviews, document code changes, and ensure compliance with coding standards and best practices in firmware development.
• Testing and Validation: Develop test procedures and perform rigorous testing to validate firmware functionality and identify and resolve bugs or issues.
• Research and Innovation: Stay updated with emerging technologies, tools, and trends in embedded systems and contribute innovative ideas to enhance product capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in firmware/embedded software development.
• Proficiency in the C and C++ programming languages, and an understanding of the differences between them. Additionally, experience with or eagerness to learn Python.
• Prior exposure to hardware interfaces, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and embedded systems design.
• Familiarity with debugging tools and methodologies for embedded systems.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment, communicating effectively with hardware engineers, software developers, and other stakeholders.
• Understanding of low-level hardware interactions and device drivers.
• Experience in designing, developing, and testing firmware for microcontrollers and embedded systems.

Benefits

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy flexible PTO to take the breaks you need.
• Top-Notch Health Coverage: We’ve got your back (and teeth and eyes) with full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness Perks: Free access to One Medical, Kindbody, and Talkspace to keep you feeling your best.
• Dog-Friendly Office: Bring your pup to work — they’re part of the team, too.
• Give Back to the Pups: Make tails wag with a $500 annual donation to a dog charity of your choice through our BarkBack Program.
• Free Fi Membership: Your furry best friend(s) get all the benefits of a Fi collar, on us!
• Love for Friends + Family: Share the Fi magic with loved ones through our gifting program.

Salary Information

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $150,000–$210,000. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including skills, experience, market conditions, and role scope, which may evolve during the hiring process. This role is also eligible for equity compensation.