Embedded Software Engineer
Coco
Location
Bay Area
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
EngineeringRobotics Software
Compensation
- $120K – $150K • Offers Equity
At Coco, we’re building the future of robotics—systems that move, sense, and respond in the real world with precision and intelligence. We believe that great robots come from tight integration between hardware and software, and we’re looking for engineers who thrive at that intersection.
As an Embedded Engineer on our team, you’ll play a key role in bringing our next-generation robotic platforms to life. You’ll write the firmware that connects sensors, motors, and compute together into cohesive, reliable systems. From writing low-level drivers to optimizing for real-time performance, you’ll work across teams to make sure everything just works—every time.
What You’ll Do
Build and maintain embedded software for robotic platforms
Integrate sensors, actuators, and microcontrollers across various communication protocols
Debug and resolve hardware-software issues in real-time environments
Optimize embedded systems for performance and reliability on constrained hardware
Collaborate closely with hardware and high-level software teams
Document your design, testing, and implementation work for the team
Basic Qualifications
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems
Hands-on experience with ARM Cortex-M or similar microcontrollers
Solid understanding of Real-Time Operating Systems (e.g., FreeRTOS)
Familiarity with common hardware interfaces: I2C, SPI, UART, CAN
Ability to read and interpret circuit schematics and datasheets
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with robotic systems (sensors, motors, kinematics)
Familiarity with Linux and ROS-based development workflows
Scripting experience in Python for automation/testing
Understanding of motor control fundamentals (e.g., PWM, feedback loops)
Comfortable with embedded debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, logic analyzers)
Compensation Range: $120K - $150K