Sr. Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Aa a Senior Engineer, You will:

• Working with geographically distributed stakeholder organization to capture requirements and develop and define firmware architecture for embedded systems.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of firmware architecture, design, and code.
• Demonstrate a hands-on technical background; excellent C programming and embedded code in compliance with coding standards and best practices, low level device driver development experience.
• Familiarity with computer system architecture, microcontroller fundamentals (Caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.)
• Experience with complex system-level debugging and troubleshoot firmware-related issues throughout the development lifecycle.
• Design and implement firmware solutions that meet system requirements and specifications.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and QA engineers, to ensure cohesive and integrated product development.
• Provide clear and concise technical documentation for both internal and external use.
• Develop and implement test strategies for firmware components.
• Collaborate with SQA teams to ensure the reliability and quality of firmware.
  
  

WHO YOU ARE:

You are team focused, making the outcomes of the entire team your priority. You push yourself to achieve results and partner with others to drive work to completion while providing timely, relevant information to individuals across the organization. You are a problem solver who seeks new approaches.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or related level of experience plus certifications
• 5+ years of professional work experience in embedded software development.
• Proven experience as a Firmware Architect or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in embedded systems programming languages, such as C and C++.
• In-depth knowledge of firmware development processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Experience with microcontroller and microprocessor-based systems.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C) and wireless technologies (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in system level design is a plus.
  
  

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• 5+ years of experience, including both embedded software.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Knowledge of security best practices for embedded systems.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and issue tracking tools.
• Experience with Distributed Version Control (Mercurial, Git, or similar)
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration (TeamCity, Jenkins, or similar)
• Experience in developing/testing products with industrial protocols: HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Industrial Ethernet
  
  

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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