Job Details

Overview

Senior Electrical Embedded Systems Engineer - San Francisco, US Based. Join to apply for the Senior Electrical Embedded Systems Engineer - San Francisco, US Based role at Kiwibot.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and testing electronic systems for robotic applications.
• Supporting PCB design, schematic capture, and component selection using CAD tools (e.g., Altium, KiCad, LTSpice).
• Developing and maintaining firmware and embedded software in C/C++.
• Selecting and integrating sensors, actuators, microcontrollers, and communication interfaces.
• Troubleshooting and debugging electronic circuits and embedded systems.
• Conducting performance testing and ensuring the reliability of electronic components.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards for safety, EMI/EMC, and environmental regulations.
• Leading failure analysis and risk assessment of electronic components.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including mechanical and software engineers, for system integration.
• Staying current with emerging technologies and best practices in embedded systems and robotics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• +3 years of experience in electrical/embedded systems engineering, including analog/digital circuit design and firmware development.
• Strong skills in circuit design, PCB layout, and embedded systems.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as Altium, KiCad, and LTSpice.
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Expertise in embedded programming using C/C++.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Effective communication and documentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• +5 years of experience in electrical/embedded systems engineering, including analog/digital circuit design and firmware development.
• Experience with power electronics, battery management systems, and motor control.
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Background in safety-critical systems (e.g., autonomous vehicles, medical robotics).
• Knowledge of wireless communication protocols (e.g., RTK, GNSS, Wi-Fi).
• Experience with robotic arm control, sensor fusion, or autonomous navigation.
• Understanding of cybersecurity in embedded systems.
• Experience working on robotic arms, grippers, and mobile robots.

Robot.com Culture & Values

At Robot.com, we believe in creating a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, collaboration, and innovation, while embodying our core values of Being Agile, Acting Resourceful, Thinking Disruptive, Creating Happiness, and Loving through service.

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a fast-growing startup and help shape and establish the company's industry leadership in robotic last-mile delivery.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Being part of one of the top Tech Start-Ups in Latin America that is operating in the US market.
• Learn the best practices and methods that are useful in the startup world.