Firmware Integration Engineer, Asia

<div class="content-intro"><p class="p1">Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.</p></div><div>Operating under a Joint Development Manufacturing (JDM) model, Figure collaborates deeply with our manufacturing partners to co-develop next-generation hardware. As a Firmware Integration Engineer based in Asia, you are the forward-deployed technical anchor bridging our core US R&amp;D engineering teams and these JDM partners. You will own the software that validates and brings our robotic hardware to life on the assembly line.<br>Working on the ground at our partner facilities across China, Taiwan, and Vietnam, you will lead board bring-up for early prototypes, write diagnostic firmware to validate complex electro-mechanical assemblies, and ensure that our hardware transitions smoothly from the lab to mass production.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>We are looking for a highly autonomous, hands-on engineer who thrives in the fast-paced, collaborative, and high-stakes environment of hardware builds (EVT/DVT/PVT) and can seamlessly debug complex issues directly on the factory floor.</div> <div><br><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></div> <ul> <li> <p>Onsite NPI &amp; Board Bring-Up: Lead early hardware bring-up directly at JDM partner sites, acting as the first line of defense for validating new custom PCBAs and robotic sub-assemblies.</p> </li> <li> <p>Diagnostic Firmware: Write robust C/C++ diagnostic and test firmware to verify the functionality of microcontrollers, communication buses, power systems, and sensors during the manufacturing process.</p> </li> <li> <p>Factory Test Integration: Partner with Hardware and Test Engineering to design, deploy, troubleshoot, and maintain automated Functional Test (FCT) fixtures for the assembly line.</p> </li> <li> <p>System Debugging: Root-cause complex, system-level manufacturing defects on the factory floor in real-time using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and custom debug tooling.</p> </li> <li> <p>Cross-Functional Liaison: Serve as the critical, real-time technical link between Figure's US-based hardware/firmware teams and the engineering staff at our JDM partners.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Location &amp; Travel: Must be based in China (or willing to relocate) with the ability to travel frequently to other manufacturing hubs in Asia, including Taiwan and Vietnam.</p> </li> <li> <p>Education: BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or the equivalent in experience.</p> </li> <li> <p>C/C++ Proficiency: Strong ability to write clean, optimized C/C++ for embedded, resource-constrained systems.</p> </li> <li> <p>Hardware Literacy: Excellent ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and component datasheets to debug hardware issues on the fly.</p> </li> <li> <p>Manufacturing Experience: Hands-on experience working directly on the factory floor with Joint Development Manufacturers (JDMs), Contract Manufacturers (CMs), or Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs) during New Product Introduction (NPI).</p> </li> <li> <p>Communication Protocols: Hands-on experience debugging embedded communication buses like CAN, I2C, SPI, and UART.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Bonus Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Language: Professional working proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is highly desirable to communicate effectively with local JDM engineering teams.</p> </li> <li> <p>NPI Track Record: Proven experience taking complex consumer electronics, robotics, or automotive hardware from initial prototype through EVT/DVT/PVT to mass production.</p> </li> <li> <p>Test Automation: Proficiency in Python for developing manufacturing test scripts, data parsers, and automated test-fixture infrastructure.</p> </li> <li> <p>Robotics Architecture: Familiarity with the distributed systems, sensors (IMUs, absolute encoders, force-torque), and power requirements typical of advanced robotics.</p> </li> </ul> <p>The base salary range for this full-time position is ¥600,000 to ¥1,000,000 RMB per year.</p> <p>The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.&nbsp;</p>