Firmware Manager

Agility Robotics

. Build and lead a team of senior embedded software engineers .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $198,000 - $257,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C++ firmware architecture and robotics, with a strong focus on team leadership, mentoring, and performance management. Capable of driving software and hardware integration in complex systems while fostering a culture of technical rigor and operational excellence.

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C++ Firmware DevelopmentTeam LeadershipRobotics Systems IntegrationAgile Development ProcessesPerformance Management

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Hard Skills

C++ 17C++ 20Firmware ArchitectureUnit TestingFreeRTOSSoftware Development Best PracticesPerformance OptimizationContinuous IntegrationCode ReviewDocumentation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationMentoringInfluencing StakeholdersCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

JiraGitGTestAI ToolsAgile Methodologies

Industry Keywords

RoboticsAutonomous VehiclesAerospaceIndustrial AutomationHigh-Complexity Software

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and lead a team of senior embedded software engineers
Champion the existing team's talent and represent their needs to senior leadership
Mentor engineers and foster technical rigor and ownership
Manage performance cycles and create individualized development plans
Contribute to C++ firmware architecture for the robot's low-level sensor network, controls, and power management systems
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex software and hardware integration problems in robot systems
Review code, manage sprint planning, plan releases, and prioritize workloads
Plan robot firmware architecture, design subsystems, and develop robust, reliable firmware
Document interfaces and provide support to other engineers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
10+ years experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerospace, industrial automation, or similar high-complexity software and systems environments
2+ years experience leading and managing engineering teams
Proven ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams while establishing scalable processes and operational rigor
Expertise in best practices for writing performant and maintainable software
Effective communication and ability to influence technical and executive stakeholders and drive alignment across software and hardware development teams
Ability to incorporate and use AI tools to enhance productivity and efficiency
Experience writing modern C++ (17, 20)
Experience using FreeRTOS or similar
Ability to balance technical depth with strategic leadership in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Familiarity with agile and software development processes, Jira, feature branching, Git, and continuous integration and deployment
Experience with unit testing such as GTest and coverage analysis
Authorization to work in the USA
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) Plan with a 6% company match
Company stock options
100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees
Benefits eligible on the first day of employment
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, for exempt employees
10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually, for non-exempt employees
Catered lunches four times a week and healthy snacks and refreshments at Salem and Pittsburgh locations
Generous paid parental leave programs
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs
Relocation assistance for eligible roles
Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles