FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Senior Firmware Engineer.
What kind of company is Lime?
Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company that focuses on creating a future where transportation is shared, affordable, and carbon-free.
Where is this position located?
This is a hybrid position based out of San Francisco (Bay Area), requiring you to go into the San Francisco warehouse (and HQ office) 2+ times a week.
What are the primary responsibilities of the Senior Firmware Engineer?
The primary responsibilities include designing, developing, and operating embedded software capabilities on Lime vehicles, owning unique embedded software functions, and working closely with hardware teams for product development.
What programming languages and environments should the candidate be proficient in?
The candidate should have experience with RUST, C, C++, and should be familiar with embedded Linux or real-time operating system (RTOS) environments.
What qualifications are required for this role?
A Bachelor's degree in computer science/computer engineering or equivalent and 4+ years of professional software development experience, including 3+ years in C or C++ in an embedded environment.
Is there an opportunity for remote work?
Yes, the position supports remote work in a hybrid format, but candidates must be based in the Bay Area.
What is the salary range for this position?
The anticipated salary range for this position is $165,000 - $227,000, depending on various factors such as experience and location.
Are there any preferred experiences for candidates applying for this role?
Yes, preferred experiences include working on embedded software stacks for technologies like NFC, Bluetooth Classic/Bluetooth Low Energy, and developing hardware abstraction layer (HAL) libraries on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP).
What benefits does Lime offer?
Lime offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, pre-IPO equity, health and wellness benefits, flexible vacation policies, paid parental leave, support for retirement goals, unlimited use of Lime vehicles, and various professional growth opportunities.
Does Lime support diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
Yes, Lime is dedicated to hiring and developing a globally diverse team and promotes a culture of belonging through various Employee Resource Groups and DEI training.