The Embedded Tools Team develops and supports infrastructure for embedded software development. Our responsibilities include developing and supporting continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for in-house electronic hardware devices, developing software for firmware deployment, and participating in the design and development of a specialized acceptance test system used at our manufacturing site. We are a pragmatic team that prioritizes sound engineering and collaboration.
As an Embedded Tools Engineer, you will be involved in every stage of developing our embedded software. You will help develop the software that ensures the quality, safety, and stability of our autonomous vehicles and robots. You will also participate in designing the software-hardware architecture and determining how these systems will work together. This hands-on position allows you to apply your technical skills and creativity to solve problems and contribute directly to our products. If you enjoy working with the core systems of cutting-edge technology, this job is for you!
What you'll do
- Design, develop, and maintain continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems for our embedded software, which is developed specifically for in-house built electronic hardware. This will streamline the software build, test, deployment, and usage processes.
- Create tools for testing, diagnostics, and management of embedded systems.
- Work with hardware and other software teams to ensure everything works well together.
- Monitor infrastructure performance and implement improvements to enhance stability and efficiency.
- Provide support to development teams by answering questions and resolving issues related to the embedded firmwares CI/CD process, builds and development flow.
What you'll need
- CI/CD & Automation: Practical experience designing and maintaining workflows in GitHub Actions.
- Python (High Proficiency): Most of the tooling, diagnostic servers, and firmware update logic are written in Python. should have deep experience with both Asyncio and Hardware Interaction including proven experience using pyserial , python-can , and smbus2.
- Modern Build Systems: Hands-on experience with Bazel and Nix for reproducible builds and package management.
- C++ & Systems Programming: Ability to read, interpret, and debug C++ firmware code.
- Scripting: Proficiency in Bash for low-level system configuration and hardware initialization scripts.
- Technical Literacy: Ability to interpret complex technical documentation and electrical schematics to understand hardware and plan software architecture.
- Interface Protocols: Deep understanding of standard communication interfaces, specifically CAN, UART, Ethernet, and I2C.
- Ownership: A highly responsible, organized, and methodical approach to problem-solving.
Nice to have
- Experience with Unix-like environments, command-line tools, and automation.
- Knowledge of isolation and virtualization techniques, particularly Linux containers and Docker.
- Experience in building and scaling CI/CD automation and infrastructure management.
- Knowledge of Linux distribution management, particularly Ubuntu and NixOS (the latter is a significant plus).
- Experience with various software build systems (Bazel , CMake).
- Familiarity with DevOps practices, including CI/CD processes on GitHub, AWS, and Kubernetes for cloud infrastructure.
- Skills with soldering equipment.
- Experience in the automotive industry (CAN, DBC, ISO TP, UDS, DoIP).
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Avride is hiring an Embedded Tools Engineer
About company
Avride is a leading developer in the autonomous vehicle and delivery robot industry. Our journey began in 2017 when a group of ambitious engineers decided to tackle one of the most significant challenges of the 21st century — pioneering the future of autonomous transportation. Today, our dynamic team, composed of a few hundred engineers, many of whom have been working on the autonomous driving technology at Yandex, develops and operates autonomous vehicles across the globe, shaping the future of mobility and delivery solutions.
We have a proven track record that solidifies our position at the forefront of this industry. Most recently, we launched an autonomous taxi service in Dallas, bringing our technology closer to everyday use and continuing to expand real-world applications of autonomous mobility.
Our ambition doesn’t stop at passenger transportation services. We are continuously leveraging our team’s talent and innovation to develop delivery robots that promise to redefine the logistics industry. We are already helping our partners to expand their delivery capacity and improve efficiency while providing their clients with high quality service.
Our technology undergoes rigorous and continuous testing across a wide range of conditions. We train and validate our systems through a diverse set of real-world scenarios, complemented by extensive simulation that allows us to safely scale and refine performance. This combination ensures our autonomous vehicles can handle the complexity and unpredictability of everyday life.
At Avride, we are committed to making the roads safer and more accessible for everyone. At the core of our philosophy is the belief in the transformative power of technology. Every product we develop, every test we conduct, and every service we launch is anchored in our vision of creating a safer and more sustainable world with help of cutting-edge technologies and breakthrough solutions.