Climate change is one of the biggest problems humanity is facing today. We are an early-stage start-up working on simple, delightful solutions that make a real difference in one of the worst contributing industries: waste.
Why is there so much garbage and why is the status quo for it to end up in the landfill or ocean? What if waste could be prevented by first being turned into something useful and delightful?
Chewie Labs is a soon-to-be launched climate tech start-up focused on eliminating waste, which results in ~5% of global carbon emissions and daily+ pain points in the home.
Chewie’s culture is rooted in science, creativity, and taking itself less seriously than the problem. It is a new type of company where sustainability isn’t just the side dish–it’s the main meal.
Role Description:
As a firmware engineering intern this summer 2023 at our early stage start-up, you’ll be working with a tight-knit, fast paced team on a novel consumer product. You will have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of consumer product design and manufacture and work on firmware features, tooling, and testing as the team works towards our first launch! You will work hands-on with hardware and lab equipment as well as embedded C code.
Responsibilities:
- Bring-up, prototype, and validate device components like sensors and actuators
- Implement features and tests to produce well-tested, robust code
- Interface with QA and hardware teams to support engineering validation
- Identify and troubleshoot issues from firmware all the way to the hardware
- Analyze device metrics to improve code structures and algorithms
Minimum Qualifications:
- Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Strong C/C++ programming skills
- Embedded device experience (e.g. arduino, microcontroller, etc.)
- Experience with version control using Git
Preferred Qualifications:
- One or more embedded software domain knowledge, such as:
- Microcontroller architecture like ARM Cortex-M, ESP32 etc.
- RTOS/bare metal programming concepts
- Device driver development
- Communication protocols such as SPI, I2C and UART
- Signal processing and sensor validation
- Wireless connectivity technologies like WiFi/BLE
- Unit test framework such as Unity/CMock/Ceedling
The estimated base hourly range for this position is $30 to $40, which does not include the value of benefits or a potential equity grant. A wide range of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, market conditions, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and business and organizational needs. At Chewie, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
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