Firmware Engineer

Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr

About this role:

Pickle is on the hunt for a dynamic and driven Firmware Engineer for our Firmware team to help us revolutionize the future of warehouse automation. This role serves as the crucial link between the robotic system’s physical peripherals and Pickle Robot’s high‑level system platform. Responsibilities include configuring and programming devices like PLCs and motor controllers, and working within a substantial object‑oriented application written in Python.

Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and reliability of Pickle’s revolutionary material‑handling robots. A strong understanding of low‑level software design principles and SOLID object‑oriented principles will be critical to success in this role.

• Characterize various peripherals to maximize the performance of the interface in the vendor’s particular programming language, whether that is C, C++, Python, etc.
• Collaborate with hardware & software teams to define interfaces and ensure seamless integration of components.
• Design and implement robust peripheral APIs into Pickle’s platform in Python.
• Design and implement safety features, such as emergency stop mechanisms, collision avoidance systems, and other safety‑related functionalities.
• Develop test harnesses and debugging tools to verify the reliability and safety of the firmware.

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, writing and maintaining C/C++/Python code for embedded systems, including safety PLCs, motor control, sensor acquisition, and real‑time control loops.
• Experience implementing communications between peripheral devices and the safety system via Modbus, PROFIsafe, CAN, Ethernet, etc.
• A high level of proficiency in developing with Python, including demonstrable expertise using various Python tools and object‑oriented programming.
• Experience with real‑time operating systems (RTOS), PLCs, microcontrollers, and embedded development tools.
• Knowledge of relevant safety standards, such as ISO 13849, IEC 62046, ANSI B11, or ANSI RIA R15, is highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Detail‑oriented, problem‑solver, and a passion for robotics and innovation.
• Willing to be on‑site enough to make efficient use of the hardware—at least 3 days per week at our offices in Charlestown, Massachusetts.
• Will work in a warehouse setting with the robots.
• A Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Pay at Pickle:
At Pickle Robot Company, we believe transparency builds trust. The salary range listed here is provided in accordance with Massachusetts law and reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to offer for this role. We often consider candidates at different levels of seniority, and final compensation will reflect the level at which a candidate is hired, along with factors like experience and location.

About Pickle Robot:
Pickle robots unload trucks. Every day, millions of trucks and containers are loaded and unloaded, often requiring manual labor—tough, dirty, dangerous, and hard to staff. Pickle automates this process using AI, machine learning, and robotics to deliver reliable products. Our Unload Systems work with teams on loading docks to make the job safer, faster, and more efficient.

Pickle provides best‑in‑class benefits including health, dental, & vision insurance; unlimited vacation, along with all federal and state holidays; 401(k) contributions of 5 % of your salary, travel supplies, and other items to make your working life more fun, comfortable, and productive.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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