Firmware Manager

Job Brief:

We are looking for an experienced and visionary Firmware Manager to lead our firmware development team in the power electronics domain. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in firmware engineering for power converters and protection applications, coupled with proven leadership abilities. As a Firmware Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire firmware development lifecycle, managing technical teams, defining strategic directions, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable firmware solutions for our power electronic systems.

Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership and Management
• Lead and mentor a team of firmware engineers working on power electronic converters, protection applications.
• Define roles and responsibilities, set performance objectives, and conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Foster a collaborative team environment, promote knowledge sharing, and drive professional development within the team.
• Technical Strategy and Planning

• Develop and execute the firmware technology roadmap aligned with company goals and market trends.
• Define architectural frameworks and design standards for firmware solutions in power electronics.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to enhance product performance, efficiency, and reliability.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team on complex firmware challenges in power electronics.
• Review and approve critical design decisions, control algorithms, and code implementations.
• Contribute to the resolution of high-level technical issues and debugging of complex system problems.

• Ensure firmware designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and internal quality guidelines.
• Implement and maintain best practices in firmware development, coding standards, and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.

• Education
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; Ph.D. is a plus.
• Experience
• 15+ years of experience in firmware development for power electronic systems, including UPS, converters, or microgrid applications.
• 8+ years of proven experience in managing firmware development teams.
• Strong background in embedded systems, control algorithms, and power electronics.
• Soft Skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management abilities, with experience in Agile development methodologies.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.

• Communication and Language
• Fluent English (both written and verbal), with the ability to communicate effectively with international stakeholders.
• Strong presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Industry Awareness
• Up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in power electronics, embedded systems, and firmware development.
• Passion for driving innovation and contributing to the development of cutting-edge power electronics solutions.