Senior Embedded Software Engineer

(Towson, Maryland – Hybrid)

Senior Embedded Software Engineer.

• Design and develop electronic firmware and specifications for power tools, including Brushless DC motor controls, Li‑Ion battery management systems and battery chargers.
• Implement and validate electronic designs through software development, test and simulation.
• Develop software verification and validation procedures using unit and integration tests.
• Provide leadership in achieving cost, performance and quality objectives of related electronic systems, components, and sub‑assemblies.
• Develop solutions for electronic system related issues as part of a larger team.
• Maintain appropriate documentation for work performed.
• Translate customer requirements into software specifications.
• Collaborate across functional teams.

• BSEE, BSCS, BSCE or equivalent (4 years) from an accredited computer/electrical engineering college.
• 3+ years experience developing embedded software for consumer/industrial products.
• Knowledge of embedded 8bit/16bit/32bit microcontrollers in C; experience with ARM preferred; assembly coding a plus.
• Understanding of common microcontroller peripherals such as timers, GPIO, watchdog, ADC, UART, DMA.
• Strong knowledge of embedded software concepts (real‑time processing, process scheduling, cooperative multitasking, interrupt processing, race conditions, RTOS).
• Familiarity with closed‑loop control and feedback systems, lithium‑ion battery‑powered systems and/or common motor control techniques, including sensored and sensorless trapezoidal control is a plus.
• Experience with software development processes and controls (static analysis, distributed version control, unit testing, bug tracking).
• Experience with debugging using an in‑circuit debugger or other means.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Integrity and ability to manage concurrent objectives.
• Ability to travel and interface with overseas electronic contract manufacturers providing technical direction.

The base pay range for this position in Maryland is $70,000 – $135,000 per year, with additional compensation such as a sign‑on bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

Applicants should apply via Stanley Black & Decker’s internal or external careers site.