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As the Head of Hardware & Firmware, you will hold total technical leadership over our full hardware solution. You are responsible for the entire lifecycle of Reckon.ai's hardware—from initial PCB conceptualization and firmware architecture to industrial-scale production. Your goal is to ensure our hardware acts as a robust, scalable, and software-integrated platform that guarantees industrial reliability and operational excellence in the autonomous retail space.
Key Responsibilities
* Full-Cycle PCB Architecture: Lead the end-to-end design process, including schematic capture, component selection, PCB layout (multi-layer), prototyping, and hardware validation.
* Firmware Excellence: Architect and develop robust firmware in C/C++ (STM32/ESP32). Implement low-level drivers, smart power management, and fault-tolerance mechanisms (watchdogs, auto-recovery) to ensure 24/7 \"always ON\" stability.
* Software & Platform Synergy: Define technical contracts between firmware and software. Ensure full support for telemetry, remote diagnostics, and secure OTA (Over-the-Air) updates.
* Industrialization & NPI: Lead the transition from prototype to mass production (New Product Introduction). Work directly with production lines to optimize assembly and resolve technical bottlenecks.
* Mechanical & Thermal Integration: Collaborate with mechanical engineering to align electronic design with physical constraints, including heat dissipation, durability, and material synergy.
* Technical Roadmap Ownership: Manage hardware project timelines and budgets, including BOM (Bill of Materials) optimization and sourcing of electronic components.
Technical Requirements
* Experience: 10+ years in electronic hardware development with a focus on industrial electronics and EMI/EMC compliance.
* Core Skills: Expert-level PCB design (KiCad or equivalent), analog/digital circuit design, and signal integrity.
* Firmware Mastery: Deep proficiency in C/C++ for microcontrollers and integration of communication stacks (I2C, SPI, UART, Modbus, Wireless).
* Product Vision: Proven track record in taking complex electrotechnical products from lab prototypes to the factory floor.
Behavioral Profile
* High degree of autonomy and decisive critical thinking.
* A problem-solving mindset focused on robustness and scalability.
* Fluent in Portuguese and English (mandatory for technical documentation and international suppliers).
What We Offer
* Real technical ownership and direct impact on the global product architecture.
* The opportunity to build and lead the Hardware & Firmware department from the ground up.
* A dynamic environment at the forefront of the autonomous retail revolution.