Senior Firmware Engineer I

Do you want to join the world’s most sustainable company* as one of our new Firmware Engineers, working in a team of experts with state-of-the-art technologies? We are seeking more highly talented and self-motivated Senior Firmware Engineer to join in our global R&D. You will be responsible for creating firmware for an efficient, maintainable and coherent product architecture.

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Schneider’s purpose is to empower all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On. We help our customers make the most of their energy by being the best at what we do. We are a global frontrunner in green energy solutions, we operate in industry, energy infrastructure, data centers, industrial construction as well as housing with a broad supply of solutions and products to energy optimization. We are a global company with a strong local presence. We are more than 160,000 employees in 100+ countries creating an annual turnover of EUR 38 billion.

Talent with an innovative mindset

We are looking for talent at all levels with motivation to embark on an exciting journey within the field of 3-phased UPS systems and related secure power technologies. Your starting point will be continuous development of recently released products as a part of the R&D organization, and with the long-term plan to transition towards innovation. You will join the Firmware team consisting of highly skilled engineers and you will collaborate closely with colleagues with different specialist backgrounds operating on various technologies such as microprocessors, soft cores, FPGA and SoC in an agile environment. You can relate to our innovation culture and deployment within R&D: learn fast, fail fast, monetize fast. Relationship building is close to your heart as well as developing internal and external partnerships.

Your key responsibilities

• Full lifecycle involvement in design, implementation, and validation of embedded C/C++ firmware for UPS Systems, Power Electronics and related secure power technologies

• Adopt in-house best practice for code integrity and design validation

• Ensure that the integrity of the system and firmware architecture is maintained throughout the lifecycle of the product

• Cross functional collaboration to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality firmware releases

You need the following qualifications and experience for this role

• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems

• Knowledge of digital control systems

• Experience or knowledge in communication protocols, signal processing, and/or tool chains

• Experience with embedded Linux, GIT, VHDL, Python, or FPGA is advantageous

• Previous involvement in the development of innovative and groundbreaking digital products is also advantageous

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s (Master’s a plus) degree in computer science, electrical/electronic engineering, or equivalent

SKILLS

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration

• Capability to grow in a multicultural environment is key

• Proficiency in English

• Structured and organized way of work

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

• Experience from domain of power conversion is a plus

TRAVEL

• Position doesn’t include frequent travel

Many career opportunities and focus on development

At Schneider Electric we want the best employees. To help you grow and develop, we provide training across multiple topics, personal development or the latest technology. You will meet a work environment focused on work-life balance, collaboration and creativity. You will meet great colleagues, a modern working environment, and flexible working hours. We offer you opportunities to widen your expertise and international professional network. We have great and continuous learning opportunities. Our employees are empowered to develop to their fullest potential, through equal opportunities for ongoing development.

New Ways of Working

We are flexible and adaptable in our work. This applies both in terms of time and place and in our utilization of technology and solutions that support our work. Together with you, we ensure that we have a state-of-the-art workplace, with the opportunity to achieve our ambitious commercial goals, the possibility to take care of each other, and the framework to maintain our well-being and a good and balanced working life.

Are you interested? Then submit your online application, your resume and diplomas as soon as possible. We will process applications on a rolling basis. We are looking forward to hearing from you! Let us learn about you! Apply today. Bring your embedded expertise to a team that's ready to innovate with you — apply today!

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

• Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

• Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

• Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

• Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

• Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

• €40 billion global revenue

• +9% organic growth

• 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.