Firmware Developer for Klipper for 3D Printer

As an experienced software developer, you will be tasked with enhancing and customizing the Klipper firmware that operates on a Raspberry Pi-based 3D printer system. Your primary responsibilities will include modifying and developing features for the Klipper web interface (Mainsail/Fluid), integrating custom modules, macros, and plugins, and tailoring the UI for the Klipper screen interface to enhance the overall user experience. Additionally, you will work on creating efficient automation scripts and integrating new hardware components with the Klipper firmware. You will be responsible for customizing and optimizing the Klipper firmware to incorporate new features and hardware components as well as managing macros and custom modules for the 3D printing process. This will involve implementing support for various tool configurations and extruder setups. In terms of UI/UX development, you will work on customizing the web interface (Mainsail/Fluid) to enhance user experience by integrating plugins, modules, and visualization tools for real-time printing statistics and diagnostics. Furthermore, you will customize and enhance the touch-screen interface (KlipperScreen) to facilitate easier control of the 3D printer by adding new controls, displays, and features. Your role will also encompass testing, debugging, and providing ongoing maintenance for firmware and interface issues. You will conduct performance testing of new features to ensure stability and reliability during the printing process. Moreover, you will be required to maintain detailed documentation of all customizations and new features for reference by future developers and users. The ideal candidate for this position should possess expertise in firmware development, including working with embedded systems and familiarity with Python and C programming languages. Proficiency in front-end web development, experience with modern JavaScript frameworks, and knowledge of UI/UX design principles are also essential. Additionally, a good understanding of 3D printing technologies, processes, and terminology is required. Preferred qualifications include experience with real-time control systems or robotics, previous involvement in developing plugins or extensions for 3D printer interfaces, and contributions to open-source projects within the 3D printing community. Strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a collaborative mindset are important soft skills for this role. If you have experience with Go, Rust, Node.js, or 3D modeling software, it would be considered an additional asset for backend module development and potential UI visualization features.,