Full-Time
ChargePoint
1,001-5,000 employees
Operates extensive electric vehicle charging network
No salary listed
Senior, Expert
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Tech/B.E/M.Tech/M.E in Computer Science/Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
- 8-12 years of experience in developing embedded system products using C/C++, Python.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to make critical system-level design decisions and drive projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.
- Experience with Linux BSP platform including custom board bring up, U-Boot, kernel, device driver functions, file systems (ext4, UBIFS, JFFS2), sound system (ALSA), Camera, and system software.
- Experience in asynchronous event driven architecture and developing scalable and latency-optimized distributed application services in mesh network.
- Experience in PCI-DSS compliance secured cloud connectivity applications using HTTPS, Websockets, JSON, XML, Efficient Extensible Interchange (EXI), protobuf, openssl, IPSec, VPN, MAC filters and network firewalls.
- Design, implement, test, and deploy software components producing high quality work consistently through continuous integration, automated testing and code reviews.
- Create local and distributed control and management subsystems for power modules, vehicle communications, and user interfaces.
- Work on platform software including Linux BSP, board bring-up, Linux kernel, diagnostics, and communication interfaces including CAN, RS-232/485, I2C, SPI, Modbus, and PPP.
- Support of real-time cloud management and remote administration.
- Opportunities to become involved in UI and UX design and machine learning.
- Wireless networking, including LTE, Wi-Fi, and BLE.
- Collaborate cross-functionally and globally with hardware and cloud engineering teams to define specifications, features, and APIs.
- Participate in design and code reviews, as well as mentoring/leading other members of the team.
- Experience with a range of native graphics / display products and user interface application services using QT, QML, C++ and JavaScript desired.
- Familiarity with the Yocto, buildroot, GCC, toolchain, Make, CMake, git, gdb, core dumps.
- Exposure in connectivity architecture using Wireless (cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC), and wired (Ethernet) interfaces a plus.
ChargePoint operates one of the largest electric vehicle (EV) charging networks in the world, with a strong presence in North America and a growing footprint in Europe. The company provides charging solutions for a variety of clients, including commercial businesses, fleet operators, and individual EV owners. ChargePoint's network includes 118,000 charging locations and generates revenue through selling charging hardware, offering subscription-based software services, and providing maintenance and support. This capital-light business model allows ChargePoint to expand its network without heavy investment in physical assets. With over 70% of the networked level 2 charging market in North America, ChargePoint stands out from competitors by leveraging its early market entry and diverse revenue streams. The company's goal is to support the increasing demand for reliable EV charging infrastructure as more people and businesses transition to electric vehicles.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Campbell, California
Founded
2007
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- ChargePoint's partnership with GM will deploy 500-kW 'Omni Port' EV Chargers.
- The introduction of Dynamic Magnitude Charging (DMC) will alter vehicle charging systems.
- ChargePoint's anti-cable theft innovations enhance security and reduce vandalism.
What critics are saying
- Legal investigation by Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP could lead to reputational damage.
- DMC technology may face technical challenges or regulatory hurdles delaying deployment.
- Partnership with GM may strain resources, impacting ChargePoint's capital-light model.
What makes ChargePoint unique
- ChargePoint boasts over 13 years of experience in the EV charging industry.
- The company operates one of the largest EV charging networks globally.
- ChargePoint's capital-light business model focuses on expanding its charging station network.
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Benefits
Outdoor Activities - The Los Gatos Creek Trail is just steps from our campus. Bring your bike or your running shoes. Plus you can shower up after your workout.
Office Parties - Celebration is a part of our culture.
Pets - Every day is bring-your-dog-to-work day.
Health Benefits - We offer full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
EV charging at work - Drive an EV? Our parking lots are fully outfitted with charging stations, so you can plug in and charge up while you work.
Snacks and Beverages - Our fully stocked kitchens come with a wide variety of healthy (and not-so-healthy) snacks and beverages, plus we have an espresso machine.
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -1%1 year growth
↑ 0%2 year growth
↑ 1%For example, in May 2024, ChargePoint Inc., a US-based firm specializing in electric vehicle infrastructure, unveiled their Megawatt Charging System (MCS) architecture, a new addition to their DC fast charging offerings.
ChargePoint is rolling out its next-generation smart charging stations, designed to optimize energy consumption and reduce grid stress.
ChargePoint, a leader in the electric vehicle (EV) charging space, has introduced a groundbreaking technology called Dynamic Magnitude Charging (DMC) that is set to alter the landscape of vehicle charging systems.
ChargePoint rolls out new anti-cable theft innovations for EV chargers.
Weeks later, ChargePoint introduced additional technology to tackle another headache amongst EV drivers charging publicly - maintenance.