Joby Aviation · 2 weeks ago
Embedded Software Engineer, Motor Inverter
Santa Cruz, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$91K/yr - $146K/yr
3+ years expJoby Aviation is working towards making piloted air taxis a reality, and they are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for their Motor Inverter team. This role involves designing and implementing embedded software for motor control systems in aircraft, while collaborating with various engineering teams.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Designing and implementing motor inverter embedded software
Communicating with systems engineers on aircraft level effects
Assisting in software requirements authoring
Working with the motor controls and algorithms team
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or similar STEM field and 3+ years of relevant industry with a strong portfolio of designed and implemented embedded software. An advanced degree and 1+ years of industry experience will also be considered
Demonstratable knowledge of object-oriented C++ programming methodology and multi-layered system architectures
Knowledge of and experience with communication protocols including I2C, CAN, SPI, UART, etc
Understanding of hardware from an embedded software engineer's perspective
Experience with modern integrated development environments and debuggers
Hands-on experience with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, voltmeters, etc
A positive attitude and a passion for aerospace!
Preferred
Understanding of modern micro-controller and microprocessor architectures such as ARM Cortex-M0/M3/M4/A8/A9
Exposure to the software development process and modern software engineering techniques
Experience With DO178C Process, Requirements Authoring And Verification
Benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
401(k) plan with a company match
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
And more
Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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$4.2BKey Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2026-01-29Post Ipo Equity· $576M
2026-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
Leadership Team
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Chief Product Officer
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Chief Policy Officer
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