GelTech Labs ยท 3 weeks ago
Embedded Systems Engineer - Lab Robotics
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelGelTech Labs is an angel and grant-funded start-up replacing manual lab tests with robotic instruments for scientists working with hydrogels. They are seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to bridge the gap between hardware and software, taking ownership of firmware development for lab automation instruments.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Firmware Architecture & Development : Design and implement reliable C/C++ firmware for STM32 microcontrollers. Handle motor, temperature control and sensor data acquisition
Hardware Bring-up & Integration : Lead the electrical system integration. Bring up custom PCBAs, debug electrical issues using oscilloscopes/logic analyzers, and ensure seamless communication between subsystems (RS-485, I2C, SPI)
System Validation : Design Verification and Validation (V&V) testing plans with the Systems Engineering team and support the V&V testing. Analyze performance data to drive engineering decisions with the product development team
Software Interfacing : Develop communication protocols to interface the embedded system with desktop applications (Python/C#) for control and data visualization
Documentation : Track tasks and document debugging activities in Jira
Qualification
Required
BS or MS in ECE, CSE, or Robotics or a related field
Proficiency with C/C++ and Python
Hands-on familiarity with STM32 or other microcontrollers and debugging tools
Solid understanding of hardware interfaces (UART, I2C, SPI, RS-485, etc.)
Ability to read schematics and wire basic circuits; PCB design is a plus
Comfortable working with ambiguity in an early-stage startup
Preferred
Prior work experience or portfolio of embedded systems projects
Company
GelTech Labs
Revolutionizing hydrogel testing through automation.
Founded in 2023
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase