Staff System Software Engineer

Reports To

Senior Manager, System Software

What You Will Be Doing

ChargePoint is looking for an outstanding engineer interested in applying a broad skill set toward building cutting-edge software for a next-generation vehicle charging platform. You will architect, design, implement, and test new systems in a rapidly evolving problem space.

What You Will Bring to ChargePoint

• Work on platform software, including Linux kernel, and communication interfaces, including CAN, RS-232/485, I2C, SPI, Modbus, and PPP
• Networking knowledge, including LTE, Wi-Fi, and BLE
• Collaborate cross-functionally and globally with hardware, manufacturing, and other software teams to define specifications, features, and APIs
• Participate in design and code reviews, as well as mentor other members of the team

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience in developing embedded system products with coding in languages C/C++, Rust, and Python
• Expert-level C/C++ coding in a Linux/RTOS environment is a requirement
• Experience in asynchronous event-driven architecture and developing scalable and latency-optimized distributed application services
• Proficient with DBus, buildroot, GCC, toolchain, Make, CMake, git, gdb
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to make critical system-level design decisions and drive projects from start to finish with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Coding experience in Rust and Python
• Exposure in connectivity architecture using Wireless (Cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC), and wired (Ethernet) interfaces a plus
• Exposure in networking protocols, including but not limited to IPv6, VPN, TLS, etc.
• Working with EV / EVSE products is a big plus

Location

Campbell, CA

ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $85,000 to $235,000. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location.