• Job Description

  Req#: 20255531

  Job Summary
  We are seeking a Sr. Controls Firmware Enginee r candidate to support our thermal control applications. This candidate must have expertise in design and implementation of real-time or near real-time systems. The ideal candidate will be able to clearly advocate and implement design patterns that enhance firmware quality and shorten the firmware development cycle all while lowering platform maintenance costs. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent engineering experience as a firmware engineer is required.

  This position will be located onsite at Vertiv's Westerville, OH Academy or St. Louis, MO office location.

  Responsibilities:

  • Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent with strong emphasis on software: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
  • 7+ years of Embedded Linux or RTOS (prefer both) development experience using C & C++
  • 5+ years of developing and maintaining Git submodules for use in multiple projects over a sustained period of time
  • 5+ years developing strategies in mitigation of legacy issues/technical debt
  • 5+ years of addressing configuration management issues
  • Development environment:
  • Languages: C++, C, Python, Bash Shell
  • Communication protocols: RS-232/485, Modbus, CANbus, I2C, SPI
  • Operating systems: Embedded Linux and real-time operating systems
  • Platforms: TI SoC, ARM, x86
  • Integrated platforms: VS Code
  • Version management: Git
  • Build system: BitBake, Yocto, GitLab Pipelines
  • Test: Device Simulation
  • Controls Development: Design, maintain, and support thermal unit control firmware utilizing PID loops and other control strategies
  • Requirements analysis: Requirements gathering, use case analysis, device and application prototyping, customer/customer-liaison engagement
  • Project management: Project planning, task estimation, software metrics collection, version control
  • Full lifecycle software application development: Design, programming, debugging, peer review, unit testing, performance tuning, integration
  • Documentation: Program commentary, user guides for service and troubleshooting
  • Product testing: Unit testing, bench testing, system integration testing, and field test support
  • Leadership: Effective team member and/or lead engineer, consistent positive attitude, creativity
  • Hardware development support: Software support for hardware development and testing
  • Other tasks and activities as required by management

  Additional / Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with MISRA or similar coding standard
  • FreeRTOS Development
  • Experience using JTAG/ARM SWD
  • Experience with IAR or Keil IDEs
  • MATLAB
  • Linux kernel, device drivers, filesystems
  • IP networking: TCP, UDP, TLS, DNS, SNMP, Redfish, BACnet, Modbus TCP, WireShark, Docker
  • CI/CD Pipeline Development

  Physical & Environmental Requirements: - (To be used majorly for manufacturing jobs.)

  • None

  Time Travel Needed:

  • 10%

  The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

  OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

  OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  • Customer Focus

  • Operational Excellence

  • High-Performance Culture

  • Innovation

  • Financial Strength

  OUR BEHAVIORS

  • Own It

  • Act With Urgency

  • Foster a Customer-First Mindset

  • Think Big and Execute

  • Lead by Example

  • Drive Continuous Improvement

  • Learn and Seek Out Development

  About Vertiv

  Vertiv is a $6.9 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers’ vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

  Work Authorization

  No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

  Equal Opportunity Employer

  Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com.

• About the company

  Vertiv is a global leader in designing, building and servicing critical infrastructure that enables vital applications for data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities.

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