Very is a fully distributed technology firm led by expert problem-solvers who create efficient, scalable solutions that move commercial, industrial, and consumer products from pilot to production in record time. We believe that real innovation happens in the grind — working shoulder to shoulder with clients who are building the future. Our team thrives on that energy. We’ve built a collaborative, tight-knit culture that thrives in both remote and in-person settings. We’ve won numerous workplace awards over the years, including Great Place to Work certification and recognition from Parity.org as a Best Company for Women to Advance. Our clients include well-known brands like Vizio, Peloton, Clear, iHeart Radio, and Fellowes — all determined to leverage connected devices and AI to drive meaningful impact.
Lead Embedded Electrical Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Job Description
Role Description
As a Lead Electrical Engineer at Very, you will work closely with our Software, Hardware, and Product Design teams to deliver full-service solutions for our clients. We specialize in end-to-end hardware and software systems that solve real business problems, with electrical design and system reliability at the core of our work.
The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in:
- Electrical system architecture
- Schematic design
- Board-level development
You will be expected to communicate effectively across disciplines, clearly presenting design decisions, tradeoffs, and risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Successful candidates will have experience in:
- Translating business and product requirements into robust electrical designs
- Collaborating in interdisciplinary teams
- Supporting designs from early concept through production and scale
In this role, you can expect to work with the following technologies:
- Microcontrollers and microprocessors
- Digital communication protocols (I2C, SPI, etc)
- Wireless communication hardware (Bluetooth, WiFi, cellular, subGig)
- AC and DC power, as well as battery power (including low power design for batteries)
- Bare Metal C, C-based RTOS and embedded Linux firmware (you will not be expected to ship firmware in this role)
Additionally, Very leverages the following tools for hardware engineering:
- Altium
- PCB mill
- Electrical diagnostic tools (oscilloscopes, DMMs, logic analyzers, etc)
Qualifications
- BS or higher in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
- 5+ years of experience
- Primary residence in the continental US (to facilitate overnight shipping to our clients and the majority of our software team)
Nice-to-have:
- 7+ years of experience
- M.S. in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
Requirements
- Compensation: $130,000–$150,000 per year, commensurate with experience
- Note: This role is based in the United States, you must have a valid work permit
- Variable Compensation: Up to 15%
Benefits
- 401k match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- $200/mo cell/internet stipend
- $600/yr home office equipment stipend
- Paid parental leave (95th percentile in the U.S.)
- Continuing education stipend ($2,500/yr after one year)
- Loaned MacBook Pro and other necessary equipment
Company Description
Very is a fully distributed technology firm led by expert problem-solvers who create efficient, scalable solutions that move commercial, industrial, and consumer products from pilot to production in record time. We believe that real innovation happens in the grind — working shoulder to shoulder with clients who are building the future. Our team thrives on that energy.
We’ve built a collaborative, tight-knit culture that thrives in both remote and in-person settings. We’ve won numerous workplace awards over the years, including Great Place to Work certification and recognition from Parity.org as a Best Company for Women to Advance.
Our clients include well-known brands like Vizio, Peloton, Clear, iHeart Radio, and Fellowes — all determined to leverage connected devices and AI to drive meaningful impact.
Job Requirements
- BS or higher in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
- 5+ years of experience
- Primary residence in the continental US (to facilitate overnight shipping to our clients and the majority of our software team)
- Nice-to-have:
- 7+ years of experience
- M.S. in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
- Compensation: $130,000–$150,000 per year, commensurate with experience
- Note: This role is based in the United States, you must have a valid work permit
- Variable Compensation: Up to 15%
Benefits
- 401k match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- $200/mo cell/internet stipend
- $600/yr home office equipment stipend
- Paid parental leave (95th percentile in the U.S.)
- Continuing education stipend ($2,500/yr after one year)
- Loaned MacBook Pro and other necessary equipment
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