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Haptics Firmware Engineer at Hark | San Jose

HarkSan Jose
On-site Full-time $120K/yr - $300K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

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About the Role We are seeking a passionate and hands-on Haptics Firmware Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing firmware and software for haptic and motion control systems, crafting exceptional interaction experiences. If you have a strong appreciation for how technology feels and want to contribute to innovative user experiences, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Develop real-time firmware in C and C++ for motion and haptic systems. Characterize actuator behavior and fine-tune controllers to ensure optimal feel and responsiveness. Prototype early hardware to validate feel and timing, collaborating closely with product and industrial design teams to shape the final user experience. Requirements Minimum of 5 years of experience writing firmware for microcontrollers in C and C++. Proven expertise in motor or actuator control, including techniques like PID, feed-forward, and FOC. Strong hands-on skills with testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and bus traffic over I²C, SPI, or I²S. Familiarity with Python or similar scripting languages for automation and data analysis. Excellent written communication skills, enabling you to convey technical concepts to non-technical team members. A keen sense of what makes haptic experiences compelling and enjoyable for users. Bonus Qualifications Understanding of DSP fundamentals including filtering, time-domain shaping, and perceptual modeling. Experience with RTOS or comfort with bare-metal scheduling for real-time control loops. Knowledge of low-power system design and associated measurement techniques. Previous work on consumer products is a plus.

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About Hark

At Hark, we are pioneering the future of artificial intelligence by creating advanced, personalized intelligence systems that are not only proactive but also multimodal. Our systems seamlessly interact with the world through speech, text, vision, and persistent memory, setting a new standard in human-machine interfaces.

Unlike traditional AI that relies on outdated chat boxes and devices, Hark is focused on developing the next generation of intelligent systems that engage with users in a natural and intuitive way. We are committed to building multimodal models and state-of-the-art AI hardware, all designed as a cohesive interface for a new era of intelligent interaction.

About Hark

Hark is at the forefront of AI development, creating systems that redefine interaction between humans and machines. Our innovative approach combines cutting-edge hardware with sophisticated AI models to deliver personalized and intuitive user experiences.

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