Job Summary
The Firmware Engineer provides technical expertise in the development of embedded control software applications and infrastructure. The Firmware Engineer works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. The Firmware Engineer exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and builds productive internal/external working relationships. The Firmware Engineer receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
Responsibilities:
- Develop design and implementation of firmware and software components
- Write clear code conforming to company standards
- Maintain revision control using modern tools
- Work closely with other developers to develop/debug/test product features
- Provide design, unit test, and integration test documentation artifacts
- Work with Development and Test/QA leadership to ensure product quality
- Work closely with other corporate functions as required
- Other tasks and activities as required by management
Requirements:
Minimum Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
- Experience with embedded Linux OS
- Working knowledge of C/C++, Python, and BASH languages (at least one of the three)
- Understanding of embedded systems, device drivers, control algorithms, process synchronization and related topics
- Knowledge of Network and Server Management protocols such as SNMP, SMTP, TCP/IP
- Ability to read a circuit board schematic
- Strong hardware and firmware debugging and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience with source-code revision control tools
- Occassional travel may be required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with software design principles is a plus including functional design of software components and libraries, understanding of object-oriented concepts and understanding of Agile methods.
- General understanding of computer security vulnerabilities and protection techniques
- Well-developed cultural and communications skills.
- Ability to work across all levels of the organization.
- Experience with batteries and data centers is a plus.
- Knowledge of source code version control tools like Git is a plus.
- Additional, highly sought but optional, attributes:
- Experience working with and building Yocto for embedded devices
Experience with TI microprocessors
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The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES : Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
- High-Performance Culture
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
- Own it
- Act with urgency
- Foster a customer-first mindset
- Think big and execute
- Lead by example
- Drive continuous improvement
- Learn and seek out development
- Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
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Equal Opportunity Employer
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