Lead Firmware Engineer (Medical Device & Connectivity)

Job description

Willow is a platform for products that help improve the lives and health of women. We are a mission-driven team of experienced inventors, mothers, and fathers dedicated to making a difference in women’s lives. The Willow™ Wearable Breast Pump, selected as one of TIME's 25 Best Inventions in 2017 and 2018 CES Innovation Award for Wearable Technologies, is the first solution in our platform. About the Role: As our Lead Firmware Engineer, you will own the "brain" of our next-generation breast pump technology. This is a high-impact role where you will bridge the gap between complex motor control and seamless wireless connectivity. You will lead a small, agile team of engineers, guiding technical architecture while remaining hands-on in the codebase. You will ensure our products are not only innovative but meet the highest safety and regulatory standards for Class II medical devices. Key Responsibilities: - Architecture & Development: Lead the design and implementation of firmware for our wearable breast pumps, focusing on motor control algorithms, power management, and sensor fusion. - Connectivity: Architect and optimize BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) communication protocols to ensure roc...