Staff Embedded Software Engineer

About the Company

fab2 was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller. We design all the hardware and software needed to make chips and we make the fabs, tools, and components ourselves.

Responsibilities

• Lead microcontroller firmware development for semiconductor processing equipment and components
• Design and implement real-time Linux applications for equipment control and process automation
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers on requirements and controls implementation

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Physics, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in real-time embedded software development
• Experience programming in C for microcontrollers and Python for diagnostic applications
• Experience going 0 -> 1 on an embedded system from prototyping to production
• Knowledge of microcontroller peripherals such as ADC, GPIO, PWM, SPI, I2C, and CAN
• Experience working with actuators, sensors, and digital signal processing

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in semiconductors, industrial automation, or manufacturing
• Familiarity with controls for motor drivers, mass flow controllers, or precision actuators
• Experience programming in Rust
• Familiarity with embedded Linux (Yocto, Buildroot)
• Interest in applied math, linear algebra, and numerical methods
• Familiarity with failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Visa Sponsorship
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Weekly Learning & Development opportunities
• Commuter Benefits
• Daily lunches and frequent dinners