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Staff Firmware Engineer

Copper
Location
Berkeley, California, United States
Posted
5 days ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$182,000 - $210,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience developing and supporting embedded systems
  • Deep experience building connected embedded products including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, TCP/IP
  • Strong understanding of OTA update systems and bootloader design
  • Excellent command of embedded C; C++ experience is a plus
  • Hands-on experience developing FreeRTOS-based systems
  • Experience designing and supporting systems that interact with cloud infrastructure
What the job really is

As a Staff Firmware Engineer at Copper, you will develop and support the firmware for energy-storage-enabled appliances, focusing on device communication, fleet management, and scalability. The role involves hands-on testing, leading projects on appliance performance and battery management, and mentoring other engineers. You will collaborate closely with a cross-functional team to turn ideas into reliable systems that operate in real homes.

Benefits
  • Salary range of $182,000 - $210,000
  • Generous benefits package
Things to weigh
  • In-office requirement of 4 days per week with 1 flexible day
  • Role involves hands-on testing on real appliances, which may not suit all candidates
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