Manager Engineering Firmware

About the Role

Lead the firmware team to ensure successful delivery of new products and timely support of firmware needs on legacy products. Oversee a team of embedded firmware engineers designing, developing, and testing embedded firmware for energy-efficient, low GWP heating, cooling, and IAQ products. Develop high-level strategic project plans, execute capital projects, and coordinate multi-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire life cycle (excluding Validation) for all embedded software used in Embedded Controllers, supporting 8-bit to 32-bit embedded processors and SoCs.
• Manage people, projects, and technology as both a people manager and subject matter expert (SME).
• Directly contribute to development, including programming, bug fixing, issue resolution, and design review in embedded C.
• Develop and manage project schedules for existing product launches or design modifications.
• Lead and ensure the productivity of the embedded software team, right-sizing resources for workload demands (currently 5 FTE developers and 3 FTE contract resources).
• Coordinate project work internally and externally to ensure on-time, within-budget completion.
• Participate in additional projects to support ongoing business needs.
• Define and implement continuous improvement opportunities.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in embedded software development, documentation, and code review.
• 3+ years in a leadership role (project or people manager).
• Expert-level proficiency in embedded C for electromechanical devices (HVAC, medical devices, appliances, automotive, or flow control).
• Preferred experience with microcontroller-based systems (Microchip, Atmel, ST, Renesas, or equivalent).
• Experience with version control and release processes (e.g., Bitbucket, GitHub, GitLab).
• Solid understanding of industry best practices in software development.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.

Skills

• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication, with business acumen.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to apply judgment, strong work ethics, and integrity.

Work Environment

Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Reports to: Manager, Controls