Embedded Engineer (C++)

Location: Austin, TX, United States

Company

hirify.global is a defense startup developing autonomous gun turrets that use computer vision and control systems to detect and neutralize small drones and loitering munitions.

What you will do

• Design electrical schematics, power circuits, and PCB layouts for autonomous turret systems.
• Develop real-time embedded software in C++ and Python for autonomous defense applications.
• Perform signal integrity, thermal, and electromagnetic compatibility simulations and testing.
• Integrate sensors, motors, actuators, electrical components, and mechanical systems for robotic platforms.
• Test, debug, and optimize embedded hardware and software in laboratory and field environments.
• Maintain design documentation, simulation results, test protocols, and validation reports.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in electrical and firmware design, including schematic design, simulation, PCB layout, and embedded software.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with microcontroller-based control systems, power conversion, and motor drives.
• Proficiency with Altium Designer, OrCAD, Eagle, SPICE, or ANSYS Electronics.
• Strong C++ experience for embedded systems and additional Python proficiency.
• Experience developing real-time, safety-critical, robotic, and autonomous systems.

Nice to have

• Thermal management and heat dissipation experience for high-power systems.
• Embedded Linux, RTOS, and custom embedded kernel development experience.
• Networking and robotics communication protocols, including TCP/IP, UDP, CAN, UART, and I2C.
• Experience optimizing low-latency software for strict power and computational constraints.

Culture & Benefits

• Engineering-first culture focused on technical excellence and innovation.
• Work on defense robotics and technologies intended for real-world deployment.
• ACS equity package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.