The Role
The Embedded Software Engineer will develop skills in embedded systems, investigate field failures, validate firmware, and ensure quality of ground-based charging systems.
Summary Generated by Built In
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
BETA is seeking an entry-level Embedded Software Engineer who is eager to develop expertise in embedded systems through hands-on investigation, testing, and validation work. In this role, you will support our engineering team by investigating field failures, performing root-cause analysis, validating firmware releases, and ensuring system-level quality of our ground-based charging systems.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Investigate and document field failures in embedded firmware, performing root cause analysis and reproducing issues in lab environments
- Manage ticketing systems to track firmware defects, feature requests, and validation test results
- Support the development team by providing detailed failure analysis, test data, and reproduction steps for firmware bugs
- Develop and execute integration test plans to validate new firmware releases across hardware platforms
- Perform system-level software testing including communication protocols (CAN, Modbus, EtherNet/IP), peripheral interfaces, and end-to-end charging scenarios
- Set up and maintain test fixtures, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test benches, and automated test infrastructure
- Collaborate with field service teams to reproduce customer-reported issues and verify fixes
- Create and maintain test documentation, validation reports, and firmware release notes
- Assist in debugging software and hardware integration issues using lab equipment and diagnostic tools
- Contribute to embedded software development tasks including bug fixes, test code, and validation scripts
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- 0-2 years of experience with embedded systems, firmware, or hardware-software integration (internships and academic projects count)
- Programming skills in C/C++
- Experience with version control systems (git) and issue tracking tools (Jira, GitLab)
- Experience using scripting languages (Python, Bash) for test automation
- Experience with embedded development environments (linux command line tools; VS Code with embedded extensions)
- Familiarity with microcontrollers, embedded systems concepts, and communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN)
- Understanding of software debugging techniques and lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to work independently on investigations while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and technical reports
- Self-motivated with a desire to learn embedded systems through hands-on troubleshooting and testing
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
- Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, CAN, EtherNet/IP, OCPP)
- Experience with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, CAN analyzers
- Exposure to real-time operating systems (RTOS) or Linux-based embedded systems
- Background in power electronics, EV charging systems, or automotive embedded systems
- Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) for embedded systems
Build electric airplanes with us!
BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.
We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
Top Skills
Bash
C/C++
Can
Ethernet/Ip
Git
Gitlab
I2C
JIRA
Linux Command Line Tools
Modbus
Python
Spi
Uart
Vs Code
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The Company
What We Do
BETA Technologies is creating an electric transportation ecosystem that’s safe, reliable and sustainable. A relentlessly focused team is building an extensive charging infrastructure and ALIA, the world’s most technologically advanced electric vertical aircraft (EVA).
BETA’s platform and products are strikingly simple. Prioritization of safety and a pragmatic approach to certification drive elegant redundancy, appropriate diversity of implementation and simplicity of control. ALIA’s fixed-pitch propellers and centrally located batteries make it an inherently stable aircraft that is safe to fly and easy to maneuver.
