Hiring: Embedded Firmware Specialist Company: Eaton Location: Raleigh, NC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:32:45 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : C, C++, Embedded Systems, Firmware, Linux, RTOS, Root Cause Analysis, Simulink About the job Experience: •8 years of embedded software/firmware development experience using C/C++ in real time systems. •5 years of experience defining firmware architecture or leading firmware design for complex, multiteam or multi product embedded platforms. •3 years of experience with RTOS based development (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or equivalent). •2 years of experience developing firmware for power electronics systems (three phase UPS, inverter/rectifier, DC DC controls, power conversion topologies) or adjacent high reliability embedded domains. •Minimum 8 years of embedded software/firmware development experience using C/C++ in real time systems. Required Skills: •Contribute to the successful delivery of critical power solutions’ products that meet customer expectations and Eaton’s safety, quality, reliability, cost, and schedule objectives. •Partner cross-functionally with cross functional teams to define requirements and support system level designs for three phase UPS systems, high power DC chargers, energy storage, and related power electronics products. •Shape and evolve firmware architecture across platforms and product variants, including interfaces, modular structure, and key non functional requirements such as timing, reliability, safety, and maintainability. •Lead architecture and design reviews; set engineering standards; and align practices across global regions and projects. •Partner with product managers and technical product owners to shape requirements, establish platform roadmap, and drive sustaining releases and next-gen platform plans. •Work closely with controls and hardware teams to enable effective hardware software co design and robust embedded implementations. •Partner with V&V teams to help identify appropriate verification methods, including HIL/PIL strategies, design verification planning, and diagnostic approaches, and support traceability from requirements to test evidence. •Provide technical leadership during critical issues, supporting root cause analysis and continuous improvement. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution. •Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical or Software Engineering. •Applied hands-on capability in firmware and controls validation using HIL platforms (e.g., OPAL RT). Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!