Firmware Engineer

About the Company

Neuralink is creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize human-digital interaction.

Responsibilities

• Developing and optimizing embedded software for robotic surgery applications
• Streamlining codebase by refining or retiring legacy embedded software
• Rigorous testing and validation of software systems for safety and reliability
• Participating in peer code reviews
• Writing drivers and applications to extend robotics functionality
• Specifying hardware and software choices for future hardware platforms
• Collaborating with a cross-functional team of roboticists and medical professionals

Requirements

• Demonstrated track record of success in science or engineering
• Proven experience in software development, preferably with embedded systems

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with embedded systems
• Proficiency in C, C++, or Rust
• Knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, PCIe, MIPI, USB, 802.3)
• Experience with MCU/FPGA bring-up and ARM cores
• Experience with embedded Linux, kernel configuration, and device tree setup
• Experience with kernel driver development and ARM bootloaders
• Experience coding drivers for actuators and sensors
• Foundational understanding of MCU architectures and peripheral integration
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and use lab equipment