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Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer – Berlin, WI Area
Location: Near Berlin, WI (Hybrid: 1–2 days remote/week)
Compensation: $114,000 – $130,000 base 8% bonus potential
Company Summary: We are a global leader in designing and manufacturing commercial-grade equipment used in critical settings including hotels, hospitals, fire stations, universities, and multi-unit housing. With a focus on quality, innovation, and reliability, we continue to modernize their products with smart controls and advanced embedded systems. Our engineering culture is driven by collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Position Summary: We’re seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to lead the development of electronic controls for commercial and residential-grade equipment. The ideal candidate will be fluent in C programming and have hands-on experience working with embedded microcontrollers and hardware interfaces like UART, I2C, and PWM. This is a hybrid role with 1–2 WFH days, requiring regular onsite collaboration in near Berlin, WI.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and debug embedded firmware for control boards.
- Lead large-scale firmware development projects, including outsourced teams.
- Collaborate with engineering labs to validate and test embedded code on prototypes and production units.
- Write ECNs and manage firmware change control through Git and issue tracking tools.
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers and assist in onboarding new talent.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Software Engineering, or related field.
- 8 years in embedded firmware development.
- Expertise in C programming and hardware communication protocols.
- Experience with version control (Git) and debugging tools.
- Strong documentation, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Bonus Experience:
- Lua scripting and UI design tools (e.g., Storyboard).
- Prior experience mentoring or managing small technical teams.
Salary : $114,000 - $130,000