Embedded software engineer Jobs in Lowell, MA

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $112,000 - $168,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

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About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Firmware Engineer to join our team developing next-generation embedded control solutions for power electronics, energy management systems, and intelligent industrial products. In this role, you will contribute to the full firmware lifecycle-from architecture and design to implementation, validation, and deployment-while working in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment.

The ideal candidate brings strong embedded software expertise, hands-on power electronics experience, and a passion for delivering reliable, high-quality firmware in complex systems.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, implement, and test embedded firmware for advanced power conversion and energy management products.
• Develop low-level device drivers for 32-bit microcontrollers and DSP platforms (SPI, UART, CAN, I2C, and others).
• Build, customize, and maintain embedded Linux systems; support Yocto-based distributions for product platforms.
• Implement control algorithms and real-time features within RTOS environments such as Linux, ThreadX, or UC / OS-II.
• Develop and optimize firmware for analog / digital power control topologies (DC / DC, AC / DC, DC / AC).
• Collaborate with hardware engineering to interpret schematics, debug hardware / firmware interactions, and perform system bring-up.
• Conduct firmware design reviews, participate in code inspections, and apply software static analysis tools to ensure code quality.
• Integrate industrial communication protocols such as MODBUS, CAN, USB, TCP / IP, and embedded webserver capabilities.
• Support simulation and validation of control algorithms (PI, PD, PWM strategies) for common power topologies such as buck, boost, and inverter systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, systems, test engineering) to deliver high-performing, safe, and reliable products.
• Document firmware design, system behavior, and test procedures with clarity and precision.

What Qualifications You Will Bring

Required :

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (BSEE / BSCE / BSCS).
• 4-8+ years of professional experience in embedded firmware development.
• Strong programming proficiency in C / C++ and Python, including experience with 32-bit microcontrollers and DSPs.
• Solid experience developing low-level drivers (SPI, UART, CAN, I2C).
• Hands-on expertise with Embedded Linux; experience with Yocto strongly preferred.
• Strong grasp of data structures, design patterns, and best practices for writing high-quality, maintainable code.
• Demonstrated experience debugging at the hardware / firmware interface using oscilloscopes, power supplies, logic analyzers, etc.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git or Subversion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred :

• Master's degree (MSEE / MSCE / MSCS).
• Experience with RTOS platforms such as Linux RT, UC / OS-II, ThreadX, etc.
• Experience developing firmware for power inverters, converters, or related power electronics systems.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB / Simulink for system modeling.
• Background in simulation of control loops (PI, PD) for power topologies (buck, boost, inverter).
• Exposure to Deep Learning / Embedded AI environments.
• Experience with industrial fieldbus protocols and embedded networking.
• Familiarity with software static analysis tools (Klocwork, Coverity, Parasoft, RTRT, LDRA).
• Experience in power lab environments and knowledge of battery chemistries (VRLA, Li-ion, etc.).

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge power electronics and embedded system technologies.
• Collaborative engineering culture with opportunities for technical leadership.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career development and continuous learning opportunities.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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