Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

About Trackonomy Trackonomy is pioneering a transformative network of interconnected objects. Our goal is to bring inanimate objects to life, enabling them to communicate, think, and interact in real time. We are building the operating system for the connected world—one object and sensor at a time. Our customers span logistics, industrial, utilities, healthcare, and government sectors, using our solutions for predictive maintenance, workflow optimization, asset protection, safety, security, and environmental monitoring. Backed by leading investors including Kleiner Perkins and 8VC, Trackonomy is one of Silicon Valley’s fastest-growing IoT companies. Our executive leadership team has worked together for more than two decades, holding key leadership positions at companies including Flextronics, Heptagon, GT-Nexus, and Digital Motors Corporation. Together, they have engineered breakthrough technology that is delivering extraordinary results for customers around the world. Are you ready to be part of the next chapter in Silicon Valley’s hyper-growth IoT success story? The Role You will be a core engineer on our early-stage team. We work on everything from machine learning and security to high-performance computing, IoT devices, and dynamic web applications. Don’t be surprised if you have the opportunity to touch nearly every system while working here, often collaborating with teammates on critical initiatives. Candidates must be comfortable working with microcontrollers and low-level hardware control in a test-driven development environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with wireless communications modules, IoT technologies, RF protocols, and strong troubleshooting and prototyping skills. Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering At least 6+ years of embedded software development with emphasis on C/C++ Background in real-time embedded systems Extensive work in firmware development, testing, and system-level bring-up and debugging Skilled in bench modifications and rapid prototyping of hardware/firmware solutions Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills Effective collaborator who shares knowledge, learns from others, and supports cross-functional teams Self-starter with strong motivation and ownership mentality Preferred Skills Background in IoT systems and wireless/wired communication protocols, including BLE, LoRa, and LoRaWAN Skilled in firmware development on ARM-based microcontrollers and processors; familiarity with Nordic devices is a plus Knowledge of cellular protocols such as LTE, LTE-M/NB-IoT, and industrial wireless electronics Hands-on work with cellular modems and GPS/GNSS systems Ability to develop device drivers for sensors and communication modems Strong understanding of subsystem interfaces such as UART, I2C, SPI, and other standard chip-level protocols Proficiency in low-power embedded development, including performing power profiling on target devices Knowledge of firmware development best practices including testing, documentation, debugging, and code review Understanding of PCB design using schematic capture and layout tools (Eagle/Altium preferred) Capability to design bootloaders and implement firmware-over-the-air updates Familiarity with scripting languages (Python preferred) Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics Strong foundation in microcontrollers and embedded peripheral driver development Knowledge of embedded networking protocols such as RSTP, PTP, LLDP, and UDP/TCP is a plus Why Trackonomy? Meaningful Impact Trackonomy is dedicated to building technology that solves real-world problems. From fire prevention and environmental monitoring to safety, security, and operational efficiency, our innovations help organizations protect assets, improve outcomes, and save lives. Growth & Development At Trackonomy, your growth is driven by your capabilities, passion, ownership, and results. As part of an early-stage, high-g…