Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
(Hardware Diagnostics & Compliance Readiness)
Type: Full-Time
Start: Immediate
Location: Ft. Worth, TX - Hybrid (on-site 2–3 days/week required)
About GoviVivid & the DirectMe Platform
GoVivid is a purpose-driven technology company creating smart, FDA-regulated assistive devices for the blind and visually impaired. Our flagship product, the DirectMe Platform, combines real-time AI, wearable sensors, and immersive audio to enable independence, orientation, and confidence.
Currently preparing for commercial launch under a 510(k)-exempt FDA classification, the product is entering electrical safety and EMC testing, with focus areas including thermal diagnostics, system reliability, and design for manufacturability.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to lead hardware diagnostics, system stability, and compliance readiness across the DirectMe platform.
This role will own the embedded systems lifecycle, including system-level integration, thermal/electrical debugging, and design remediation for regulatory success. It also acts as a technical liaison to external manufacturing partners and may grow to oversee a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer as production scales.
This is a hybrid role based out of our Fort Worth, TX lab. Candidates must be local to the DFW area and available to work on-site 2–3 days per week to collaborate with the hardware team and work hands-on with the devices.
Select Responsibilities
System Diagnostics & Design Remediation
Investigate and resolve persistent hardware issues (thermal, power, boot failures, etc.)
Conduct circuit- and PCB-level reviews to identify root causes and propose corrective actions
Perform real-world profiling of thermal performance, battery behavior, and sensor loads
Pre-Certification & Compliance Readiness
Prepare device for EMC and electrical safety testing (e.g., IEC 60601-1)
Document hardware changes to align with FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR 820) compliance
Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams on traceability and documentation
Embedded & Electrical Engineering
Design and debug hardware components, PCBs, and low-level firmware
Integrate sensor arrays (vision, IR, ultrasonic, IMUs) with real-time data processing pipelines
Own the full interface between embedded hardware and software—from driver development through system-level validation
Write and maintain Python-based embedded tooling, test automation, and system daemons alongside C/C++ firmware
Third-Party Manufacturing Interface
Act as technical point of contact for external contract manufacturers
Review Design for Manufacturability and test strategies with manufacturing partners
Coordinate design feedback loops, prototypes, and validation processes
(Future Opportunity) Grow into overseeing a Manufacturing Engineering resource
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years in embedded or electrical engineering (regulated or safety-critical environment preferred)
Proven experience debugging thermal/power/system-level failures in embedded devices
Proficient in C/C++ and Python for both firmware and embedded tooling
Hands-on with PCBA design tools (KiCad or equivalent), and lab tools (oscilloscope, thermal cam, logic analyzer)
Strong grasp of embedded system architectures, power management, and sensor fusion
Familiarity with Bluetooth (Classic and BLE) and/or Wi-Fi integration
Working knowledge of RTOS concepts (experience with Zephyr a plus)
Knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR Part 820), ISO 13485, or equivalent medical device hardware standards
Compensation:
$126,000–$160,000 per year base salary, based on experience.
Performance bonus potential based on milestone delivery.
How to Apply
To express interest, please send your CV, availability, and a short summary of relevant diagnostic experience to hr@govivid.ai. If possible, include examples of hardware remediation or compliance readiness work you've led in previous roles.