ridealso - Staff Firmware Engineer, Vehicle Controls, Emerging Markets
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Requirements
• Embedded C/C++ • Real-time embedded systems / RTOS • CAN or vehicle network architectures • Firmware–hardware integration • Control theory and dynamic systems • Hardware debugging and integration • Cloud-connected device platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP) • System integration and debugging • Electric powertrain systems and vehicle platforms • Battery Management Systems • IoT connectivity platforms • OTA update systems • Cybersecurity for connected devices • Mobile or user-facing applications • Motor control (FOC, inverter control) • Traction or stability control systems • Functional safety (ISO 26262 or equivalent) • HIL / SIL / MIL validation pipelines • Vehicle dynamics and control • Leadership Qualities • Be deeply technical and comfortable contributing to architecture and code • Balance hands-on engineering with delivery leadership • Thrive in startup-scale engineering environments • Build strong relationships with external engineering partners • Drive rapid but disciplined product development • MATLAB / Simulink or similar • CAN communication • Embedded firmware development • Control system modeling and simulation • Competitive perks and benefits for every global role
Responsibilities
• YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COMPLETE VEHICLE CONTROL STACK, INCLUDING: • Electric Powertrain Controls • Motor torque and speed control • Power electronics and inverter coordination • Regenerative braking control • Energy and battery management strategies • Vehicle-Level Controls • Throttle and torque mapping • Traction control and stability behavior • Ride modes and rider-experience features • Thermal and power management • Embedded Vehicle Software • Real-time embedded software for the vehicle control unit • Communication across vehicle networks (CAN, etc.) • Fault detection and safety monitoring • Robust system state machines and supervisory control • Hardware Bring-Up • First power-on and debugging of new electric hardware • Integration of motor controllers, battery systems, and sensors • Rapid iteration on early prototype vehicles • Vehicle Development • Control algorithm design and tuning on real vehicles • Support vehicle testing, track testing, and system debugging • Continuous iteration as the vehicle platform evolves • Production Software Release • Deliver production-quality embedded software • Define validation and verification processes • Ensure robustness, safety, and reliability • AI-ACCELERATED ENGINEERING • WE EXPECT THIS PROGRAM TO AGGRESSIVELY USE AI DEVELOPMENT TOOLS. • AI-assisted code generation • AI-generated test coverage • Automated documentation • Model-assisted control development • Software validation acceleration • The goal is to dramatically increase engineering velocity while maintaining production-grade quality. • WHAT EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS YOU NEED TO BRING: • Degree qualified with 5+ years in embedded software, vehicle systems, robotics, or connected devices • Strong experience with embedded firmware development • Experience designing complex hardware-integrated software systems • Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering programs
Benefits
• We’re passionate about helping the world find a better way to get there—wherever it is you’re headed. • We’re located in the heart of Silicon Valley and have brought together a world-class team from some of the biggest brands in the technology, automotive, cycling, outdoor recreation and retail spaces. • Together we’re working hands-on to imagine, design and build an entirely new solution to a global set of transportation challenges. • Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by ALSO with FSA & HSA options. • One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates. • Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny. • Flexible time off. • 401(k) match.
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