Energous Corporation (Nasdaq: WATT) is the Wireless Power Network global leader. Our award-winning WattUp® wireless charging solution is the only technology that supports both contact and distance charging through a fully compatible ecosystem. Built atop fast, efficient, and highly scalable RF-based charging technology. Energous develops silicon-based wireless power transfer (WPT) technologies and customizable reference designs, and provides worldwide regulatory assistance, a reliable supply chain, quality assurance, and sales and technical support to global customers.
We are seeking a motivated Embedded Firmware Engineer with a foundational understanding of digital and electrical engineering concepts. Preference will be given to candidates with an Electrical Engineering background who are interested in transitioning into a firmware development role. You will partner closely with various team members on activities ranging from processor sub-system design, algorithm development, firmware development to system debug, root cause analysis, and corrective action.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Design and implement robust firmware on MCU platforms, ensuring support for wireless connectivity, OTA updates, sensor integration, and other core functionalities.
• Develop and optimize communication stacks for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and other wireless protocols, ensuring reliable pairing, network configuration, and data exchange.
• Write efficient low-level code that integrates with hardware peripherals (e.g., RF modules, sensors) using standard interfaces such as GPIO, I2C, SPI, and UART.
• Apply best practices for error handling and performance optimization to support robust connectivity features.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to rigorously debug, test, and troubleshoot firmware, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security.
• Engage actively with multidisciplinary teams, sharing insights and aligning on system-level requirements to drive cohesive project success.
• Contribute to the deployment readiness of our systems for large-scale production.
• Evaluate code from peers to maintain best practices in style, accuracy, and efficiency.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Familiarity with programming in C for embedded systems.
• Basic understanding of microcontrollers, device drivers, and hardware fundamentals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• This role offers hands-on experience and mentorship to help you build a solid foundation in firmware engineering and hardware/software integration

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python and C/C++ for embedded systems
• Working knowledge cloud computing software protocols, (i.e. MQTT) and platforms such as AWS
• Experience with ESP32 microcontrollers
• Skilled in firmware debugging using tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Experience with bootloaders, low-power firmware design, and memory optimization
• Comfortable reading and interpreting schematics and layout files; PADS, Cadence, etc
• Experience working closely with electrical engineers to bring up hardware
• Working knowledge of WPT and Bluetooth/IoT Protocols and cellular connectivity
• Proficient in developing drivers for sensors, RTOS, ADCs/DACs, and other peripherals (I2C, SPI, UART, etc.)
• Experience with automated test frameworks for FW validation
• Experience with lab validation for RF performance and debugging EMI/EMC issues
• 1 to 3 years of experience in embedded systems firmware development
• Familiarity with mobile app development is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance

• Design and implement robust firmware on MCU platforms, ensuring support for wireless connectivity, OTA updates, sensor integration, and other core functionalities.
• Develop and optimize communication stacks for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and other wireless protocols, ensuring reliable pairing, network configuration, and data exchange.
• Write efficient low-level code that integrates with hardware peripherals (e.g., RF modules, sensors) using standard interfaces such as GPIO, I2C, SPI, and UART.
• Apply best practices for error handling and performance optimization to support robust connectivity features.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to rigorously debug, test, and troubleshoot firmware, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security.
• Engage actively with multidisciplinary teams, sharing insights and aligning on system-level requirements to drive cohesive project success.
• Contribute to the deployment readiness of our systems for large-scale production.
• Evaluate code from peers to maintain best practices in style, accuracy, and efficiency