Senior Firmware Engineer at Lime

Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Micromobility, Shared Mobility, Electric Vehicles, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science/computer engineering or equivalent
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of development experience in C/C++ within an embedded environment, including direct, hands-on experience designing, developing, and debugging one of the following: consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive systems, avionics, industrial, or telecommunications products
  • Hands-on system experience with Linux, including device drivers and multicore systems
  • Proven experience diagnosing and debugging complex, difficult, multi-variable system issues with proficiency in oral and written communication skills
  • Preferred Experience
  • Previous experience developing software for vehicles (or other safety critical systems), particularly in the micromobility space
  • Experience developing in an RTOS framework, Zephyr preferred
  • Design and developing hardware abstraction layer (HAL) lib

Responsibilities

  • Drive the design, development, and operation of several key embedded software capabilities on the Lime vehicles and related products, including new exciting yet-to-be-released products
  • Be the voice of customers for engineering excellence within the team and influence team roadmap decisions
  • Participate in the architecture of the complex systems within the vehicle software/Firmware domain and collaborate with other team members spread across the globe to realize the team's goals
  • Provide feedback in the peer review process and effectively communicate with technical leadership. Be the ambassador of industry best practices in this domain
  • Own unique embedded software functions through design, implementation (in C, C++, RUST etc), testing, and integration in an embedded Linux or real-time operating system (RTOS) environment
  • Learn and master multiple components including networking (LTE)/WiFi, motor control, Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates, and various sensors
  • Write software to interact with devices/electronics using I2C, SPI, CAN, UART, etc
  • Work closely with hardware teams to support board design, bring-up, and verification, as well as integration and testing during various phases of product development including proof of concept

Skills

Firmware
Embedded Software
C
C++
Sensors
IoT
Real-time Systems
Hardware Integration
Cloud Integration

Lime

Provides shared electric bikes and scooters

About Lime

Lime operates in the micromobility market, providing shared electric bikes and scooters for rent through a mobile app. Users can easily locate, unlock, and pay for these vehicles, making it a convenient option for short-distance travel. The company generates revenue primarily through ride fees, which include a base fee and a per-minute charge. Lime differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on sustainability and continuously upgrading its fleet, including the latest Gen4 electric scooters that enhance ride quality. Additionally, Lime is exploring partnerships with cities to integrate its services into public transportation networks and is piloting augmented reality technology to improve parking solutions. The goal of Lime is to create a future where transportation is shared, affordable, and carbon-free.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$1,429.9MTotal Funding
CONVERTIBLECompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Energy, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Opportunity to revolutionize transportation in cities around the world with the leader in urban micro-mobility solutions
Scale with a rapidly growing organization, with significant opportunity for growth
Play a role in the transformation of urban mobility and sustainability
Work with a team of successful, fun and motivated people
Competitive salary and benefits

Risks

Competition from Bolt Technology's U.S. expansion may impact Lime's market share.
Uber's 'One Less Car' trial includes competitors, potentially diluting Lime's customer base.
Regulatory challenges in new markets like Vancouver could delay Lime's expansion plans.

Differentiation

Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company, leading in micromobility.
Lime's computer vision platform enhances safety with advanced sidewalk detection technology.
LimeGlider offers a unique seated electric vehicle experience, blending bike comfort with scooter ease.

Upsides

Lime's partnership with Vancouver strengthens its position in the Canadian micromobility market.
Collaboration with Uber's 'One Less Car' trial could expand Lime's user base significantly.
New e-bikes with throttle in Seattle improve user experience on hilly terrains.

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