Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Company: Fi Smart Dog Collar
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Welcome to Fi. We’re a passionate team from Square, Google,
TikTok, Peloton, Uber, and more working to transform the human-pet
relationship. Our mission? Develop cutting-edge technology to
revolutionize what it means to be a pet parent. The pet industry
remains firmly stuck in the past and we are here to change that. Fi
is leveraging our team's talent and expertise to improve the lives
of millions of pets in the U.S. Real-time location tracking,
activity, sleep and behavior monitoring – and that's just the
beginning. The most exciting aspect of our work? Bridging the
communication gap between pets and humans. Imagine a world where
everyone knows how their pet feels in real time and how to keep
their best friend in good shape. That's the future we're building
at Fi. If you're someone who thrives in innovative, collaborative
work environments and feels strongly about helping pets live
longer, better lives, Fi could be the perfect fit. Join us in our
pursuit of the “impossible,” or as we call it here “let me find a
way,” to redefine the future of pet ownership together. Fi is
looking for an Embedded Software Engineer! Fi is looking for an
Embedded Software Engineer to design and build the firmware
powering our next generation of connected collars – shaping the
architecture, performance, and reliability of systems trusted by
hundreds of thousands of dogs. You’ll dive deep into connectivity,
low-power optimization, and real-time processing, driving decisions
that bridge hardware, software, and data into one seamless product
experience. What You'll Do: Firmware Development: Take a front-line
role in designing, developing, and maintaining firmware for
embedded systems, ensuring functionality, reliability, and
performance optimization. Collaborative Problem-Solving: Work
closely with cross-functional teams to integrate software with
hardware components, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system
performance. Code Review and Documentation: Conduct code reviews,
document code changes, and ensure compliance with coding standards
and best practices in firmware development. Testing and Validation:
Develop test procedures and perform rigorous testing to validate
firmware functionality and identify and resolve bugs or issues.
Research and Innovation: Stay updated with emerging technologies,
tools, and trends in embedded systems and contribute innovative
ideas to enhance product capabilities. What You'll Bring: Minimum
of 4 years of hands-on experience in firmware/embedded software
development Proficiency in the C and C++ programming languages, and
an understanding of the differences between them. Additionally,
experience with or eagerness to learn Python. Prior exposure to
hardware interfaces, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and
embedded systems design. Familiarity with debugging tools and
methodologies for embedded systems. Experience with version control
systems (e.g., Git) and issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira). Strong
problem-solving abilities and the ability to work in a
collaborative team environment, communicating effectively with
hardware engineers, software developers, and other stakeholders.
Understanding of low-level hardware interactions and device
drivers. Experience in designing, developing, and testing firmware
for microcontrollers and embedded systems. Why You'll Love Us: Time
to Recharge: Enjoy flexible PTO to take the breaks you need.
Top-Notch Health Coverage: We’ve got your back (and teeth and eyes)
with full medical, dental, and vision insurance. Wellness Perks:
Free access to One Medical, Kindbody, and Talkspace to keep you
feeling your best. Dog-Friendly Office: Bring your pup to work —
they’re part of the team, too. Give Back to the Pups: Make tails
wag with a $500 annual donation to a dog charity of your choice
through our BarkBack Program. Free Fi Membership: Your furry best
friend(s) get all the benefits of a Fi collar, on us! Love for
Friends Family: Share the Fi magic with loved ones through our
gifting program. $150,000 - $210,000 a year The anticipated base
salary range for this position is $150,000–$210,000. Actual
compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including skills,
experience, market conditions, and role scope, which may evolve
during the hiring process. As a fast-growing Series B startup, Fi
evaluates compensation opportunistically to align with the right
candidate. This role is also eligible for equity compensation. Fi
is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and
inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and
harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual
orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information,
pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by
federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all
employment practices within our organization, including hiring,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence,
compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Fi makes
hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and our
needs at the time.
Keywords: Fi Smart Dog Collar, Niagara Falls , Senior Embedded Software Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Boston, New York