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Pivotal

Embedded Software Engineer

Palo Alto, CA$132k–$153kfull-time (exempt)midAdded 2 weeks ago

About this role

Pivotal is seeking a Firmware Engineer II to develop and implement firmware for their innovative eVTOL aircraft. This role involves contributing to the flight control system and participating in flight testing to gain hands-on experience with the technology.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement firmware architecture
  • Ensure safety and robustness of firmware
  • Support flight control system development
  • Participate in flight testing
  • Collaborate with engineering teams
  • Test and validate firmware performance

What they're looking for

  • Firmware development experience
  • Knowledge of safety-critical systems
  • Understanding of flight control algorithms
  • Embedded systems expertise
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Team collaboration abilities
  • Programming proficiency in relevant languages
  • Experience with flight testing processes

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in the cutting-edge field of eVTOL
  • Access to innovative aircraft technology
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Chance to experience flight testing
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Pivotal

Pivotal develops innovative electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, including models like BlackFly and Helix, with a focus on aeromechanical systems, flight control, and autonomous capabilities. The company is hiring verification engineers, quality engineers, motor controls engineers, firmware engineers, and computer vision engineers to advance aircraft performance, safety, manufacturing quality, and autonomous perception systems.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience designing firmware architectures for safety-critical systems. How do you approach ensuring robustness and fault tolerance?
  • What embedded systems or real-time operating systems have you worked with, and how would you apply that experience to flight control systems?