Embedded Systems Engineer II

Title: Embedded Systems Engineer II

Hours: Full time

Location: Draper, UT. You will be on-site with the opportunity for occasional remote work. #LI-Onsite

You report to: Engineering Manager

Compensation: A base salary range of $100,000-$125,000  gross per year, depending on candidate experience.

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare plans (medical, dental, vision). BioLite pays 90% -100% of monthly premiums, depending on plans selected.

• Paid holidays, PTO, and family leave

• Community bonus plan and equity stock options.

• Referral Program

• Adventure Stipend (after two years)- matched vacation and PTO to go on an adventure that aligns with BioLite's mission (outdoor recreation, climate, social impact).

About BioLite:

BioLite is a for-profit social enterprise that develops, manufactures and markets distributed energy solutions for off-grid communities around the world. Our business serves two distinct markets, 1) developing-world families living in energy poverty, and 2) outdoor enthusiasts seeking fuel-independent cooking and electricity.

BioLite believes in a bright and safe future for all, and that includes life at work. BioLite is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we strive to enable everyone to show up as their full selves. An inclusive environment and culture makes our solutions better and our entire team smarter. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.

This Role:

BioLite is looking for a passionate Embedded Systems Engineer to guide innovation in our next-generation power electronics products. You will work with a cross-functional product development team—including mechanical, firmware, and electrical engineers—to develop new products that push beyond today’s features and specifications.

You will lead important aspects of embedded design, applying technical expertise to develop high-quality, reliable solutions. You will navigate gray spaces and undefined challenges, ensuring our products deliver an exceptional customer experience.

You Will:

• Architect and manage the development of firmware for MCUs and SoCs used as the controllers in our systems

• Collaborate with internal and external developers using modern version control tools and methods

• Write control systems algorithms for applications such as power conversion, max power-point tracking, fault condition protection, charge controllers, new and existing communication protocols, and display drivers

• Be capable in design development, analysis, verification, and troubleshooting, ensuring the reliability and performance of embedded systems across our products

• Work closely with hardware engineering in developing and defining the specifications for future products, including recommendations on new technologies and design best practices

• Deliver products within scope, budget, and quality requirements by collaborating with project managers

• Conduct and participate in hardware and software reviews

• Document design to facilitate interaction with other developers, manufacturing partners, QA, and product documentation authors

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; OR 5+ years of directly relevant experience in embedded systems

• Proficiency in microcontrollers, low-level firmware (C/C++), and board-level hardware interaction

• Proficiency in JavaScript and/or Python

• Experience with electrical schematics and circuit design (digital & analog)

• Experience with MCU peripherals (PWM, ADC, DAC, Timers, LCD Drivers, Button Interfaces)

• Working knowledge of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN)

• Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies)

• Proficiency in debugging tools, board bring-up, and real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS)

• Experience with power management, self-test, and fault handling

• Experience with ARM architecture

• Familiarity with software development best practices, version control (Git/GitHub), and Agile collaboration

• Experience with CI/CD practices and tools

• Experience with consumer electronics, batteries, power conversion, and/or IoT technologies (Bluetooth, cloud, mobile)

To Apply:

• Please include a cover letter explaining why you're a good fit for this position and a PDF of your resume. 

• You must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. BioLite cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can meet every detail in the job description. We want to find the best candidate for the job and recognize that may come from a combination of knowledge, skills and experience not listed in the current role requirements. If interested, we encourage you to apply and connect your background and skill set to this role.