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Embedded Software Engineer, Motor Inverter

Joby Aviation

$91,400 - $145,500
Oct 12, 2025
Santa Cruz County, CA, US
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Joby Aviation is looking to make their dream of a piloted air taxi a reality. They are pushing towards certifying their aircraft, scaling manufacturing, and launching commercial service. This role is critical for the embedded software that manages the electric motors of their aircraft.

Requirements

  • Demonstratable knowledge of object-oriented C++ programming methodology and multi-layered system architectures.
  • Knowledge of and experience with communication protocols including I2C, CAN, SPI, UART, etc.
  • Understanding of hardware from an embedded software engineer's perspective.
  • Experience with modern integrated development environments and debuggers.
  • Hands-on experience with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, voltmeters, etc.
  • Understanding of modern micro-controller and microprocessor architectures such as ARM Cortex-M0/M3/M4/A8/A9.
  • Exposure to the software development process and modern software engineering techniques.

Responsibilities

  • designing and implementing motor inverter embedded software
  • communicating with systems engineers on aircraft level effects
  • assisting in software requirements authoring
  • working with the motor controls and algorithms team
  • architecture and implementation of the embedded software at the heart of Joby Aviation aircraft
  • input to requirements, conceptual system design, and implementation of the embedded safety critical software project that operates and manages the electric motors of our Joby aircraft
  • design a robust, reliable, and safe motor control system

Other

  • A positive attitude and a passion for aerospace!
  • Experience With DO178C Process, Requirements Authoring And Verification.
  • The compensation package offered will be determined by location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
  • Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
  • Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.