Senior Embedded Software Engineer

About the Company

Humanoid is on a mission to build the world’s most capable, commercially-scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Their HMND‑01 Alpha platform is already running in real industrial pilots.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement embedded software for robotic systems with an emphasis on real-time performance
• Integrate and optimize hardware and software components including sensors, actuators, and communication modules
• Write and debug firmware for microcontrollers, FPGAs, and SoCs
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers for system integration
• Implement and manage communication protocols such as EtherCAT, CAN, UART, SPI, and I2C
• Perform hardware testing, validation, and troubleshooting
• Analyze system constraints to optimize performance and resource utilization
• Maintain detailed documentation of designs, code, and test results

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
• Proficiency in C, C++, and Python
• Solid understanding of embedded systems, RTOS, and hardware-software interfaces
• Experience with communication protocols (EtherCAT, CAN, etc.) and sensor integration
• Familiarity with debugging tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and in-circuit debuggers
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics frameworks such as ROS/ROS2
• Hands-on experience with FPGA/SoC development
• Knowledge of safety-critical systems and standards
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies
• Familiarity with off-the-shelf EtherCAT-based motor drivers

Benefits

• Comprehensive extended health benefits (medical, dental, virtual care)
• 23 days of annual leave and 15 days of paid sick leave
• Equity ownership
• Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in-office