← Back to all roles in the United States

Somerville, United States

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

RISE Robotics · Somerville · United States

Full timeElectrical Engineer

Posted: 3/23/2026 · Last checked: 10/12/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from RISE Robotics's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in the development and enhancement of the software that powers our robotic lifting solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to the design and implementation of critical software components, and ensure the reliability and performance of our systems.

This position is a hybrid role with 4 days/week in Somerville, MA.

Why This Role Matters

As a pivotal member of the RISE Robotics Engineering organization, your contributions will shape the future of our company, spearheading the engineering effort to implement electronic controls of truly massive machines. Our dynamic and expanding team is ready to embrace your talent and ideas as we work together to redefine the way we operate.

If you're passionate about motion control technology and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we want you to be a part of our journey. Join us and make your mark on the world of embedded software engineering!

Key Responsibilities

  • Embedded Software Development: Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for our robotic lift systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and safety.
  • System Integration: Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software with the RISE platform's electrical and mechanical components.
  • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize control algorithms for precise and efficient robotic lifting operations.
  • Real-time Systems: Develop and implement software for real-time control, feedback systems, and sensor integration.
  • Testing and Debugging: Conduct thorough testing of software to identify and resolve issues, ensuring reliable and robust operation.
  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for software design, development, and testing processes.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and application specialists, to achieve project goals.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of electromechanical product software development in C, C++, and Python
  • Experience with controls, brushless DC motors, and motion control systems
  • Demonstrated ability to operate independently, executing on requirements to produce robust and well-documented software modules
  • Familiarity with  common embedded communications interfaces: CAN, SPI, I2C, UART
  • Ability to read and understand complex technical literature such as datasheets, schematics, and production process diagrams

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package including equity
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Health insurance
  • Dental, Life, and Disability insurance
  • 401(k) program
  • PTO and office holidays
  • Flexible/hybrid work options
  • Weekly {free} lunch
  • Free parking/T accessible
  • Located in Union Square 

RISE Robotics is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Similar roles in Somerville

200 open roles like this one; at most three per employer shown.

What electrical engineer adverts in the United States state

Middle half: 132,500 – 200,000 USD a year; median 167,500 USD.

From 383 adverts by 92 employers that state a salary, annualised.

How electrical engineer roles in the United States are worked

2% fully remote · 2% hybrid · 96% do not say

Of 130 adverts. An advert that does not state a work mode is counted as not saying, not as on-site.

New openings in Somerville, by week

  1. 7/20/2026 11
  2. 7/27/2026 5
  3. 8/3/2026 7
  4. 8/10/2026 10
  5. 8/17/2026 9
  6. 8/24/2026 10
  7. 8/31/2026 14
  8. 9/7/2026 11
  9. 9/14/2026 17
  10. 9/21/2026 19
  11. 9/28/2026 56
  12. 10/5/2026 22
  13. 10/12/2026 2

193 openings over 12 weeks, by the week they were published.

Other roles at RISE Robotics

4 open.