Senior Firmware Engineer

Pickle Robot Company

Senior Firmware Engineer shaping firmware architecture for warehouse automation robotics at Pickle Robot Company. Contributing directly to safety, efficiency, and reliability of autonomous unloading systems.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeCharlestown • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,700 - $134,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

discover how to use new peripherals and extend the functionality of existing ones within our robotic system
configure and program devices, including PLCs, motor controllers, and safety systems
implement communication via Modbus, PROFIsafe, CAN, Ethernet, and similar protocols
design clean, well-documented APIs between peripherals and Pickle's object-oriented, distributed platform
characterize the performance of peripheral interfaces to design and implement meaningful improvements
design and implement safety-critical features, including emergency stop mechanisms, collision-avoidance systems, and other safety-related functionality
develop Python scripts, test harnesses, and debugging tools to verify the reliability and safety of firmware across the system
drive design and code reviews, raising quality standards across the firmware team

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7 years of professional software development experience
demonstrated excellence in the physical layer of complex systems
safety PLCs, motor control, sensor acquisition, and real-time control loops
deep proficiency in Python and object-oriented programming
strong in C and/or C++ for embedded systems development
hands-on experience with real-time operating systems, PLCs, and embedded development tools
proven ability to read the manual for a complex peripheral, a rangefinder, a motor controller, and a robotic arm
experienced with version control via GitHub and collaborative development workflows
familiarity with relevant safety standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 62046, ANSI B11, or ANSI RIA R15 is a strong plus
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

health, dental, & vision insurance
unlimited vacation
all federal and state holidays
401K contributions of 5% your salary
travel supplies
other items to make your working life more fun, comfortable, and productive

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonCC++object-oriented programmingreal-time operating systemsPLC programmingmotor controlsensor acquisitionembedded systems developmentAPI design

Soft Skills

collaborative developmentcode reviewsquality standards