Embedded Firmware Engineer
Listed on 2025-12-02
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Embedded Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, Hardware Engineer
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Base pay range$90,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr
About Leviton
At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next.
It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.
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The Role
This position is responsible for the research, development, and application of Firmware/hardware as it relates to new and existing products for the residential market. The individual will primarily work on developing wiring devices such as receptacle, lighting controls, breakers, etc. As required, this position may encompass the following steps of the product life cycle: specification, design, implementation, testing, release, and manufacturing support.
The Embedded Firmware Engineer works under moderate supervision.
Responsibilities
- Write and maintain firmware for new and existing products
- Analyzes marketing and engineering data to determine software feasibility of product proposal
- Coordinates with product and project management personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develops efficient coded design
- Develops technical specifications and identifies test requirements for products
- Prepares product or system software, block diagrams and object code utilizing engineering group input
- Coordinates and checks BOM and MRP requirements with appropriate departments
- Participates as needed to fabricate engineering prototype Implements process improvements to decrease time to market of new and existing products
- This position requires a motivated, creative engineer with the ability to design a variety of new products from concept through production release
- Must be adaptable and have excellent decision-making skills and the engineering level
- Help to develop an open environment where all input is received and valued
- Must know C for embedded applications. Familiarity with python and linux is a plus.
- Experience is hardware tools such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.
- Experience in designing firmware using 16/32 microcontrollers and ARM processors
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and PCB layout. Ability to work through low level hardware issues and board bring up
- Has understanding of RTOS concepts and expertise in designing event driven real time firmware
- Experience in designing firmware for CAN, BLE, UART, SPI, I2C or other communication protocols
- Experience in wireless protocols like BLE, Matter or WiFi is a plus
- Experience in developing products for following applications is a plus
- Lighting controls - dimming and sensory
- Personal protection technologies such as AFCI / GFCI
- USB power delivery
- Bachelor of science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or other engineering related fields
- 2-5 years’ experience in Embedded hardware & software engineering; design & development of new products
- Familiarity with industry practices and tools in the implementation of embedded hardware and software technology
What We Offer
Comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
- 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO
- Paid holidays
- Volunteer time off
Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at .
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Pay Range
$90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Seniority level
- Seniority level
Not Applicable
- Employment type
Full-time
- Job function
Design, Manufacturing, and Engineering - Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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