Embedded Engineer - job 1 of 2

As an Embedded Engineer at Motive, you'll be involved in the design and development of high-performance firmware and software for IoT platforms. Your role includes debugging, optimizing, and validating firmware on complex multi-core architectures, as well as participating in innovative hardware projects to elevate our technology offerings.

To qualify for the Embedded Engineer role at Motive, you should have 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant field, and proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++. Experience with multi-core ARM processors and a strong understanding of operating systems are also essential.

Success as an Embedded Engineer at Motive requires strong analytical skills, creativity, and the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team. Your technical expertise, passion for innovation, and commitment to quality will be key to your performance in this role.

Motive is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We embrace people from different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives, ensuring that our work environment reflects the diversity of our customers and communities.

An Embedded Engineer at Motive should have familiarity with technologies relevant to embedded systems, including multi-core ARM processors, GPUs, WiFi, Bluetooth, and various camera technologies. A strong foundation in IoT device development and deployment is also beneficial.

In your response, highlight specific projects where you designed or developed embedded systems. Discuss the tools and technologies you used, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them. Connecting your experience to Motive's focus on IoT will show your understanding of the company's mission.

Detail your systematic approach to debugging, touching on tools and methodologies you employ. Describe strategies to optimize code, such as profiling and utilizing efficient algorithms, which ensure optimal performance in the context of embedded devices.

Discuss your familiarity with multi-core processing by providing examples of embedded systems you have worked on. Elaborate on how you managed thread scheduling, context switching, and memory management in your projects to leverage the full capability of multi-core designs.

Use the STAR method to outline the Situation, Task, Action, and Result of your project. Emphasize your leadership role, including how you coordinated efforts, managed timelines and tackled roadblocks that emerged during the project development lifecycle.

Emphasize your commitment to quality by discussing your development practices, such as code reviews, rigorous testing, and following industry standards for embedded firmware development. Providing examples of how these practices resulted in successful shipments would be beneficial.

List the primary programming languages you are proficient in, such as C/C++, and any relevant frameworks or tools you've used. Explain how these skills will specifically help you fulfill the expectations of the Embedded Engineer position at Motive.

Discuss the strategies you have implemented for deploying IoT devices and how you've monitored their performance post-deployment. Refer to any analytics tools or monitoring systems you are familiar with that ensure device functionality in the real world.

Share your experience with different operating systems such as RTOS and Linux. Explain how you’ve adapted your development approach depending on the operating system, particularly in areas like memory management and resource allocation.

Discuss the resources you rely on, such as professional networks, online forums, and industry conferences, which keep you informed about advancements in embedded systems. Mention any recent trends or technologies that excite you and how they relate to your work.

Share your passion for embedded systems and the IoT field, emphasizing how Motive's mission aligns with your career goals. Show enthusiasm for contributing to impactful projects and being part of a company that values innovation and operational excellence.