Senior Firmware Engineer

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Allegion is looking for a passionate Senior Firmware Engineer to work as part of a highly engaged small team within a global organization of 12,000+ employees, representing 30+ brands (including Schlage, Von Duprin, and LCN) focused on safety, security, and access management. You’ll work on solutions that enable seamless access and help keep people safe and secure where they work, live, and thrive.

• Take full responsibility for designing, developing, testing, and documenting highly reusable firmware modules in C for maintaining and improving commercial electronic locks, readers, & credentials
• Work on multiple firmware layers, from low level drivers to application protocols
• Develop support documentation and unit test cases
• Collaborate with other firmware engineers and project leads in a hybrid work environment
• Support cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and product test teams

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong foundation in engineering principles, with diverse experience and proven problem‑solving skills.
  • Proficiency in developing embedded software in C using industry‑standard tools, IDEs, version control systems (e.g., Git), meters, and protocol analyzers. (5+ years of experience required)
  • Hands‑on experience with Real‑Time Operating Systems (RTOS). (2+ years of experience required)
  • Familiarity with secure communication protocols, encryption, and authentication methods.
• Wireless Communication:
  Experience with wireless protocols such as Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and Thread.
• RFID Expertise:
  Familiarity with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technologies and relevant standards.
• Networking Knowledge:
  Experience with TCP/IP networking is preferred but not required.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Strong ability to work in cross‑functional teams, communicate technical concepts effectively, and mentor junior engineers.
• Passion for Innovation: A strong enthusiasm for connecting electronic hardware, mobile applications (iOS and Android), and cloud technologies to create seamless and cutting‑edge solutions.
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  This hybrid position will be located out of the Golden, CO

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

• You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.
• You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
• You want a culture that promotes work‑life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”.
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period
• Health Savings Accounts – Tax‑advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax‑advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses
• Disability Insurance – Short‑Term and Long‑Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury
• Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn up to $2,000 in rewards
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
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