R&D Engineer II - Embedded Firmware (Medtech)

TL;DR

R&D Engineer II - Embedded Firmware (Embedded/Medtech): Developing and prototyping embedded software and firmware for next-generation electro-mechanical medical devices with an accent on early-stage development and system validation. Focus on implementing firmware for proof-of-concept devices and integrating communication protocols for life-saving healthcare products.

Location: Onsite in Alameda, CA

Salary: $97,000 – $127,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies and the development of novel medical products.

What you will do

• Own the development of embedded software and firmware for proof-of-concept devices and prototypes.
• Design and prototype electro-mechanical systems for novel medical devices.
• Perform system, device, and component-level tests for design exploration and validation.
• Create detailed software and firmware functional specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support products through pre- and post-production release.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience developing prototype firmware for hardware (PCB, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.).
• Proficiency in C or C++; Python is preferred.
• Experience with microcontrollers (STM32, ARM Cortex M4/M7), RTOS, or bare-metal development.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, CAN, USB).

Nice to have

• Experience with board bring-up, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge of connectivity standards like BLE, Bluetooth, NFC, or NFMI.
• 1+ years of professional experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative teamwork environment with a focus on continuous learning.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Generous paid time off: minimum 15 days of accrued vacation and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave and sick time.