Staff Firmware Engineer

Sofar Ocean is revolutionizing marine weather forecasting through their privately owned network of marine weather sensors. As a Staff Firmware Engineer, you'll be a key contributor to the embedded firmware design and implementation of their hardware products including Spotter, Smart Mooring, and the innovative Bristlemouth connectivity stack.

The role demands expertise in embedded systems development, particularly with FreeRTOS, and proficiency in C, C++, and Python. You'll be working from their Pier 28 office in San Francisco at least 3 days per week, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team on cutting-edge marine technology projects.

Your responsibilities will span from designing efficient firmware systems to implementing automated testing frameworks. You'll be involved in exciting projects like building new Bristlemouth integrations, developing next-generation platforms, and even conducting open ocean deployments. The role requires both technical excellence and strong leadership skills, as you'll be breaking down complex projects and guiding team implementations.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of embedded firmware experience, prior tech lead experience, and a deep understanding of embedded systems architecture. You should be passionate about creating sustainable solutions for ocean monitoring and comfortable working in a collaborative environment where you'll interface with electrical and mechanical engineers.

Sofar Ocean offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 - $190,000 and is committed to climate justice and diversity in marine sciences. They particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the field. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that impacts ocean health and our understanding of climate change while working with cutting-edge technology in marine sensing and monitoring.