Firmware Engineer, Robotics and Surgery Engineering
Austin, Texas, United States; Fremont, California, United States
We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.
Team Description
At Neuralink, we're engineering the future of automated surgeries, focusing on the safe and effective implantation of our groundbreaking Neuralink implant. Our team – a cross-functional mix of roboticists, engineers from various disciplines, and medical professionals – collaborates on developing a surgical flow from first principles. In this critical role, you'll straddle the cutting-edge worlds of robotics, software, and neuroscience.
Job Description and Responsibilities
- Developing and optimizing embedded software for robotic surgery applications
- Streamlining our codebase by refining and, when necessary, retiring legacy embedded software
- Rigorous testing and validation of software systems to meet the highest safety and reliability standards
- Writing drivers and applications to extend the functionality of our robotics
- Specifying hardware and software choices as we develop future hardware platforms
- Sharing your findings and progress with the team in a collaborative environment
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated track record of success in a science or engineering field, evidenced by outstanding projects, innovations, or advanced problem-solvingProven experience in software development, preferably with exposure to embedded systemsPreferred Qualifications
Embedded Software Development
2+ years of experience with embedded systemsProficient with common communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, etc.)Comfortable / working knowledge of more advanced protocols such as PCIe, MIPI CSI / DSI, USB, and 802.3Proficient in at least one embedded language such as C, C++, or RustProficient with embedded toolchains and workflowExperience building and bringing-up MCUs or FPGAsExperience with embedded stacks for ARM coresExperience developing on embedded Linux platformsExperience with embedded Linux kernel configuration and device tree setupExperience with kernel driver developmentExperience with ARM bootloadersExperience coding drivers for actuators and sensorsExperience with high-speed data acquisition and processingElectrical Engineering
Foundational understanding of MCU architectures and peripheral integrationSolid knowledge in electrical engineering and DSPAbility to interpret electrical schematics and datasheets, along with proficiency in using lab equipmentExpected Compensation
The anticipated base salary for this position is within the following range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full-time employees.
Base Salary Range : $138,000 - $300,000 USD
What We Offer
Opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fieldsGrowth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impactExcellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO planPaid holidaysMeals providedEquity (RSUs) Temporary Employees & Interns excluded401(k) plan Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hoursParental leave Temporary Employees & Interns excludedFlexible time off Temporary Employees & Interns excludedEqual Employment Opportunity Statement
As set forth in Neuralink's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
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