OpenAI는 Firmware Engineer를 채용합니다. C/C++를 활용한 임베디드 시스템 설계 및 디버깅을 담당하며, 10년 이상의 임베디드 시스템 개발 경험이 필수입니다. 하드웨어 팀과 협업하여 고성능 시스템을 구축하고, RTOS 기반의 제품 출시를 주도할 전문가를 찾습니다. 샌프란시스코 기반의 하이브리드 근무 환경입니다.
The Software Engineering Firmware team builds reliable, high-performance systems on custom hardware. We work closely with hardware engineers to design, optimize, and ship software that bridges cutting-edge devices and real-world constraints like memory, power, and latency. Our work spans early prototyping through product launch, ensuring that our embedded platforms are robust, efficient, and production-ready.
As a Firmware Engineer, you will design, implement, and debug software for embedded devices. You’ll own low-level bring-up, write production C/C++ code, and partner closely with hardware teams to deliver reliable, high-performance systems.
We’re looking for engineers with deep embedded expertise, strong debugging skills, and a passion for building systems that perform under real-world conditions.
This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of four days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees.
Design, implement, and debug software for embedded devices.
Contribute to defining software requirements, interfaces, and test plans.
Bring up and debug new boards.
Analyze performance, memory, and power profiles and implement optimizations.
Investigate field issues, perform root-cause analysis, and deliver robust fixes.
Foster good software engineering practices.
Have deep experience shipping embedded systems (around 10+ years).
Are proficient in C and C++.
Are familiar with embedded toolchains, operating systems, and debugging tools.
Have experience with both rapid prototyping and scalable product development.
(Nice to have) Have experience with Zephyr RTOS.
(Nice to have) Have worked with networking/wireless stacks (BLE, Wi-Fi).
(Nice to have) Have experience with robotic system bring-up or Linux kernel development.
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