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Job description
Yotta Energy is hiring a Senior Firmware Engineer — a full-time, based in Austin, TX role. Apply directly on Yotta Energy's careers page below.
Senior Firmware Engineer
Location: Austin, TX
About Yotta EnergyYotta Energy is a leader in cutting edge commercial solar and energy storage solutions, delivering innovative, cost-effective, and scalable technology to power the future of clean energy. We are building a world class team of professionals passionate about renewable energy and sustainable solutions. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-growing, mission driven company, Yotta Energy is the place for you.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Firmware Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware for next-generation hardware products. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), low level hardware interfaces, and firmware architecture. This role collaborates closely with hardware, software, QA, and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-performance embedded solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, debug, and maintain embedded firmware for microcontrollers and embedded platforms
- Develop low-level drivers, bootloaders, communication protocols, and application-layer firmware
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system architecture and troubleshoot hardware/firmware integration issues
- Optimize firmware for performance, memory usage, power consumption, and reliability
- Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
- Create and execute unit tests, integration tests, and validation procedures
- Support product bring-up, manufacturing, and field troubleshooting activities
- Participate in requirements analysis, technical documentation, and project planning
- Mentor junior firmware engineers and provide technical leadership across projects
- Work with cross-functional teams to deliver products on schedule and within quality standards
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of professional experience in embedded firmware development
- Strong programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems
- Experience with ARM Cortex-M, STM32, ESP32, PIC, AVR, or similar microcontrollers
- Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet, or BLE
- Experience with RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or embedded Linux
- Familiarity with debugging tools including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG/SWD debuggers
- Experience using version control systems such as Git
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret hardware schematics and technical drawings
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a related technical field
- Experience with wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, LoRa, LTE)
- Knowledge of secure boot, encryption, and embedded cybersecurity practices
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing for embedded systems
- Familiarity with IoT devices and cloud-connected embedded applications
- Experience in regulated industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or industrial automation
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of embedded system architecture
- Excellent debugging and optimization skills
- Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities
- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and reliability
What We Offer
- Up to $150,000 a year
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Collaborative, mission driven work environment
Work Authorization Requirement
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
Why Join Yotta Energy
At Yotta Energy you won’t be one of many, you’ll be a key leader helping define how our operations scale. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership, build high-performing teams, and directly impact the growth of a fast-moving clean energy company.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Senior Firmware Engineer at Yotta Energy?
The required skills for Senior Firmware Engineer at Yotta Energy include: C, C++, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, Git, IoT.
What is the seniority level for Senior Firmware Engineer at Yotta Energy?
Senior Firmware Engineer at Yotta Energy is a Senior level position.
How do I apply for Senior Firmware Engineer at Yotta Energy?
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