Embedded Software Engineer at unspun

We are seeking a passionate Embedded Software Engineer to join our team at unspun. In this role, you will be instrumental in transitioning our revolutionary Vega™ 3D weaving technology from R&D to production-ready deployment. Your work will be crucial in scaling our automated manufacturing capabilities, directly supporting our goal to reduce global carbon emissions by 1% through revolutionizing clothes manufacturing.

Why This Role Matters

unspun's mission is to reduce global carbon emissions by 1% by revolutionizing the way we make clothes. We envision a world where every garment is made on-demand, eliminating overproduction and reconnecting people with the clothing they wear.

We've developed Vega™, the world's first 3D weaving technology for apparel. Our automated system can transform yarns into garments in minutes, enabling local, on-demand production that drastically reduces waste and carbon emissions. We're now transitioning from successful R&D to commercial deployment, backed by leading climate-tech VCs and working with major brands like Walmart.

What You'll Do

As our Embedded Software Engineer, your core responsibility will be developing and maintaining the software that powers our Vega™ weaving system. You will work across multiple teams to ensure our revolutionary 3D weaving technology operates reliably and efficiently. Your key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining embedded software for industrial device control and communication
• Creating and executing comprehensive test plans
• Designing and maintaining telemetry and monitoring systems for deployed Vega™ machines
• Developing Linux-based applications for seamless communication between our pattern creation software (Oppy) and machine control systems
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure successful deployment and operation

Who You Are

You're an experienced embedded software engineer who's excited about transitioning innovative technology from development to production. You thrive in collaborative environments where you can work across multiple projects and teams. Most importantly, you're passionate about using your skills to create sustainable solutions for the fashion industry's environmental challenges.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

• 3-5 years of experience in embedded software development
• Strong experience developing firmware features for microcontrollers in embedded real-time systems
• Strong software engineering fundamentals including proficiency in C++ or similar modern programming languages, object-oriented programming, templating, multi-threaded programming, and memory management
• Experience with FreeRTOS or similar real-time operating systems
• Experience in developing automated tests, test infrastructure, and debugging embedded systems
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Bonus Points

• Experience transitioning systems from R&D to production environments
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems
• Previous work with production deployment and monitoring systems
• Experience with Linux application development
• Familiarity with robotics or industrial automation systems

Benefits

The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $139,000 USD annually, plus equity

Benefits include:

• Self-regulated vacation policy
• Comprehensive (gold & platinum) health/dental/vision insurance
• Company sponsored 401k and FSA/HSA
• Monthly wellness or education grant up to $150
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Incentive stock options

unspun's compensation philosophy centers on transparency, fairness, and alignment with our company values. We aim to offer competitive pay that reflects both market standards and individual contributions, fostering an environment where employees feel valued and motivated. Our holistic approach ensures that compensation decisions are consistent and justifiable across all levels to attract and retain top talent, support employee growth, and maintain a positive organizational culture.

Our Philosophy

We won't roll our eyes if your socks don't match. We get it. But then, if you spend those extra few minutes in the morning matching your socks and shirt, we get that too. Our workspaces are sometimes spotless and sometimes chaotic, and we celebrate messy exploration. We work through complex problems but generate simple and elegant solutions. We strive to look at things differently, and never do anything solely because "that's the way it's always been done."

We're a team of designers and engineers, industry-veterans and serial entrepreneurs, artists and developers. We're aspiring chess masters and climbers, bakers and photographers. Originally spun out of Stanford and the University of Colorado, we now call the SF Bay Area home, with strong ties to Hong Kong. We are looking for teammates who share our desire to work on ambitious problems and leave the world better than we found it.

unspun is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to being a diverse team that reflects a broad range of background, thought, and experience. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, status as protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, and people from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Location

Emeryville, CA - On-site