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Senior Firmware Engineer, Wireless

Anduril Industries
Full Timesenior
Costa Mesa, California, United StatesPosted 3 days ago

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<div class="content-intro"><p>Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.</p></div><div class="section page-centered"> <h4><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ABOUT THE ROLE</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:120}">&nbsp;</span></h4> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Anduril is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to join our team based in Costa Mesa, CA. The firmware team at Anduril develops core technology used across multiple&nbsp;products</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">such as Ghost, Barracuda,&nbsp;and Roadrunner.&nbsp;This role will&nbsp;work closely&nbsp;with Electrical Engineering&nbsp;and RF teams&nbsp;to develop&nbsp;wireless radio&nbsp;solutions&nbsp;for our autonomous vehicles.&nbsp;You'll contribute&nbsp;to low-level board bring-up as well as networking protocol design and implementation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></p> <h4><strong><span data-contrast="auto">WHAT YOU'LL DO</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:120,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}">&nbsp;</span></h4> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Work closely with cross-functional teams to define software architecture and interface specifications for embedded wireless systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Analyze and implement wireless protocols and vehicle command/control schemes</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Implement low-level device drivers and board support packages for software-defined radio products</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Own complex firmware features of an embedded system</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Quickly debug and troubleshoot issues that span the electrical, firmware, and software boundaries</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Help select microcontrollers and peripherals and review schematics with electrical engineering team</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Concurrently manage involvement in multiple projects at various stages</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h4><strong><span data-contrast="auto">REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:120,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}">&nbsp;</span></h4> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">BS or MS in CS/CE/EE or equivalent industry experience</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience: 5+ years of experience in firmware/embedded software development,&nbsp;ideally&nbsp;with a focus on embedded&nbsp;wireless or networking products.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong C coding ability for embedded systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430,&nbsp;RISC-V, etc.)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience integrating microcontrollers with analog and digital sensors</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience developing firmware in RTOS&nbsp;(ThreadX, FreeRTOS)&nbsp;environments</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Solid debugging skills&nbsp;using&nbsp;JTAG/SWD, Oscilloscopes, and Logic analyzers</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Understanding and application of coding best practices,&nbsp;testing methodologies, and performance optimization</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h4><strong><span data-contrast="auto">PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:120,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}">&nbsp;</span></h4> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Solid experience with common bus protocols such as&nbsp;SPI, I2C, CAN, RS232,&nbsp;WiFi,&nbsp;BLE,&nbsp;Ethernet, etc.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with networking protocols (such as TCP/IP) and wireless access methods (such as CSMA/CDMA/TDMA and FDM/TDM) and their effect on throughput,&nbsp;latency,&nbsp;and&nbsp;system capacity</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Understanding of queuing, bandwidth allocation, and wireless interfacing</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with power management and low-power design techniques</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with hardware schematics, datasheets, and PCB layouts</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Have a bias for action. If you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Be naturally curious about the technologies and tools you use</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> </div><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">US Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$191,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$253,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span data-contrast="auto">The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3 class="detailElios"><strong>Benefits</strong></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.&nbsp;</span><em><span data-contrast="auto">For more information, <a href="https://www.anduril.com/careers">Explore Our Benefits</a>.</span></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div class="RichText column1"> <h3 class="detailElios"><strong>Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams</strong></h3> <p class="detailElios">Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.</p> </div> <div class="RichText column2"> <p class="detailElios">To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:</p> <ul> <li> <p class="detailElios"><strong>No Financial Requests:&nbsp;</strong>Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.</p> </li> <li><strong>Please always verify communications:</strong> <ul> <li>Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will <em>only</em> come from an <code>@anduril.com</code> address.</li> <li>Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to <a href="mailto:contact@anduril.com">contact@anduril.com</a>.&nbsp;</li> </ul> </li> <li> <p class="detailElios"><strong>Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach:</strong>&nbsp;If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.</p> </li> <li> <p class="detailElios"><strong>What to Do If You Suspect Fraud:</strong>&nbsp;Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:contact@anduril.com">contact@anduril.com</a>. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.</p> </li> </ul> </div> <h3>&nbsp;</h3> <h3><strong>Data Privacy</strong></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit </span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/">https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/</a></span></span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.</span></p></div>

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