Head Of Hardware

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Head of Hardware & Firmware

Function Mission

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.