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Embedded Software Engineer

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Peloton

Peloton

1,001-5,000 employees

Indoor cycling workouts with streaming classes

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$136.3k - $177.3kAnnually

+ Equity Awards + Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Mid, Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Bash
Microsoft Azure
Agile
Python
Software Testing
Git
Java
Operating Systems
Quality Assurance (QA)
AWS
SCRUM
Android Development
Product Design
Requirements
  • 4+ years of software development
  • Strong C programming skills
  • Demonstrated curiosity in engineering and the ability to quickly learn new skills and adapt to project needs
  • Strong interest in embedded systems and software with preference given to those with current experience
  • Experience developing test automation for firmware and embedded systems
  • Education and/or equivalent work experience in the engineering discipline
  • Creative, proactive, and detail-oriented individual with excellent written and spoken communication skills
  • An understanding in software engineering best practices
  • Strong C/C++/Java/Bash/Python skills are a plus
  • Experience with development on small, low-power embedded platforms (e.g. ARM Cortex-M), preferred
  • Familiarity with common communications protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB), preferred
  • Proficiency with common embedded toolchains and version control systems (e.g. git, gerrit, github)
  • Experience with one or more RTOSs (e.g. FreeRTOS, Zephyr, etc.) and multithreaded programming is preferred
  • Familiarity with IoT platforms (e.g., AWS IoT, Azure IoT, Google Cloud IoT) a plus.
  • Understanding of wireless communication protocols and networking concepts.
Responsibilities
  • Work with a small, multi-disciplinary development team to build and craft software for execution on bare metal or embedded operating systems
  • Support development of tools and Android services that interact with embedded firmware
  • Develop tools to enable testing for software, hardware and QA teams
  • Work independently on project tasks as well as work as a team member of a larger project team
  • Work with project managers in Agile/Scrum settings
  • Be a creative element that delivers innovative solutions from concept to production
  • Conduct/participate in product design reviews to provide technical feedback on product designs and quality
  • Conduct software unit tests to exercise your implemented functionality
  • Document your software designs
  • Participate in design reviews and code reviews
  • Use logic analyzers, JTAG probes and oscilloscopes to troubleshoot and fix production firmware
  • Interact with team and clients to clearly communicate work progress and design details
  • Work with clients to define requirements, develop software architecture, provide status updates, and plan sprints
  • Work independently on small projects or in larger project teams
  • Participate in brainstorms outside your area of expertise
  • Define and implement device-to-cloud communication using protocols such as MQTT, CoAP, and/or HTTP
  • Work with wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Thread
  • Ensure secure data transmission and authentication between devices and backend services
  • Implement security features such as encryption, secure boot, and secure firmware updates to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and tampering.

Peloton provides high-energy indoor cycling workouts through its exercise bike, which streams live and on-demand classes to users at home. The bike features a large screen for classes led by professional instructors, catering to all fitness levels. Peloton's business model combines hardware sales with a subscription service for access to a library of workouts, generating recurring revenue. The company's goal is to offer a convenient and engaging way for people to exercise at home, building a loyal community of fitness enthusiasts.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2.2B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

-6%

2 year growth

-20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Peloton's successful $1.35 billion holistic refinancing strengthens its financial position and supports future growth.
  • Innovative offerings like pet-friendly fitness classes and half marathon training programs keep the platform fresh and engaging for users.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with the YMCA, provide new avenues for user acquisition and community engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Legal challenges, such as the recent lawsuit over customer chat data, could damage Peloton's reputation and financial stability.
  • The competitive landscape of virtual fitness is intense, with numerous players vying for market share, which could impact Peloton's growth.

What makes Peloton unique

  • Peloton's combination of high-quality exercise equipment and engaging digital content sets it apart in the virtual fitness market.
  • The company's subscription model ensures a steady stream of recurring revenue, unlike competitors who may rely solely on hardware sales.
  • Peloton's partnerships, such as with the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, expand its reach and enhance community engagement, differentiating it from other fitness tech companies.

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