Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, High Voltage SystemCanoo's mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle.
Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done.Canoo's success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 ("Important versus less important"), Act 30/30 ("Reduce waste and increase output"), and Live 90/10 ("We have each other's back"). We hire based on "MET" - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win.
We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations.Job PurposeThe Senior Embedded Software Engineer position will develop real-time low-level embedded software for power conversion systems and communications. This position will be responsible for designing and developing software for embedded control of inverters, DC-DC converters, and On-Board Charger for Canoo's electric vehicles.Responsibilities (80s of the Position)Design, develop, implement, debug and maintain embedded real-time software for power conversion ECUsDevelop code for control algorithms and communicationDevelop documentation and test plans for softwareInvestigate, debug and modify existing codeWork with HW engineers to test, debug and validate FW on benchDevelop standard and custom communication protocols for new systemsDevelop power electronics FW from concept to post-productionRequired ExperienceBS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering5+ years of embedded programming design experience for switched mode power convertersFluent in CAbility to code in AssemblyProficient with micro-controller IDE design/development toolsThorough understanding of software development practices and associated toolsExperience in real-time operating systemsUnderstanding of AC-DC and DC-DC operation and digital control loopsAbility to follow circuit schematics and PCB layout drawingsExperience in standard lab equipment such as power analyzer, oscilloscopes, frequency response analyzer to use for validating and debugging FWPreferred ExperienceMS or PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical EngineeringExperience with ST 32-bit microcontroller platformsExperience developing device drivers, control systems, and communications protocolsExperience with CAN, SPI, I2C, RS-232, 802.11x, and TCP/IP protocolsAutomotive experienceGood understanding of design for manufacturing, quality control, and FMEATravel RequirementsBusiness travel up to 20% annually.Physical Requirements for PositionWhile performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.Reasonable AccommodationsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.What's Cool About Working Here...Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyoneComprehensive Health InsuranceEquity CompensationFlexible Paid Time OffCasual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energyCanoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.