Staff Firmware Engineer

Agility Robotics
Hybrid- Fremont, CAPosted 26 March 2026

Job Description

Agility Robotics is a pioneer. Our robot, Digit, is the first to be sold into workplaces across the globe. Our team is differentiated by its expertise in imagining, engineering, and delivering robots with advanced mobility, dexterity, intelligence, and efficiency -- robots specifically designed to work alongside people, in spaces built for people. Every day, we break through engineering challenges and invent new solutions and capabilities that will one day make robots commonplace and approachable. This work is our passion and our responsibility: our mission is to make businesses more productive and people’s lives more fulfilling. About The Role We are seeking a Staff Firmware Engineer to plan robot firmware architecture, design subsystems, and develop robust and reliable firmware for our full line of robots. In this role, you will collaborate with a multi-discipline team of engineers to understand the unique requirements for our products and play a key role in ensuring that we have robot designs that are robust and production-ready. You will also serve as the bridge between hardware and higher level robot control algorithms by documenting interfaces and providing support to other engineers. About The Work: Contribute to the C++ firmware architecture that drives our robot’s low-level sensor network, controls, and power management systems Develop the firmware communication layer utilizing EtherCAT and CAN Write firmware for the hardware abstraction layer, peripheral drivers, and applications Perform real-time hardware testing and debugging using benchtop test equipment such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes. Work with cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex problems dealing with the integration of software and hardware Write performant, well-tested, maintainable, and well-documented C++ code About You: BS in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field with 10+ years industry experience Experience writing modern C++ (17, 20) Experience using FreeRTOS or similar Experience with best practices for writing performant and maintainable software Proficiency with a Linux-based development environment Ability to read schematics, PCB layouts, and component datasheets Ability to verbally communicate technical information effectively Preferred to have: Experience with implementation of automation fieldbuses such as EtherCAT, CAN, etc. EtherCAT is highly desirable Experience writing embedded C++ for ARM systems Experience developing real-time or low-latency systems Experience designing and implementing hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing frameworks for embedded systems Experience with unit testing such as with GTest and coverage analysis Proficiency in Python (3.6+) Familiarity with standard agile and software development processes (issue tracking tools (Jira), feature branching, version control (Git), continuous integration and deployment) Familiarity with using AI in coding a plus This a hybrid position based out of one of our Fremont, CA office. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future. Anticipated Base Salary Range $194,000 $252,000 USD In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees: 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match. Equity: Company stock options. Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees. Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment. Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Time Off: Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown. Non-Exempt Em ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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