Embedded Software Engineer, High-Power DC-DC & Inverters

Voltify; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltify is building the next generation of rail battery locomotives and high‑power energy systems. We seek an Embedded Software Engineer to develop firmware for high‑voltage DC‑DC converters and inverters, collaborating with hardware engineers to ensure safety, reliability and performance.

You will implement control algorithms, integrate sensors, and help advance power electronics for electrified transportation and energy storage applications in a fast-paced, high-impact startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (M.Sc. preferred).
• 5+ years of embedded software development for power electronics, industrial automation, or automotive systems.
• Strong experience with real-time embedded systems and microcontroller-based control.
• Experience with control algorithms for DC-DC converters, inverters, or motor drives.
• Proficiency in C/C++, and optionally Python/Matlab for testing and simulations.
• Experience with communication protocols: CAN, CAN-FD, Ethernet, Modbus, RS485, etc.
• Ability to work closely with hardware engineers and understand system-level interactions.
• Familiarity with safety-critical software development (ISO 26262, IEC 61508, or similar) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware for high-power DC-DC converters and inverter control.
• Work closely with Power Electronics engineers to implement control algorithms, protection features, and monitoring systems.
• Implement communication protocols such as CAN Bus, Ethernet, and other industrial/automotive interfaces.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and protection devices with the system.
• Participate in testing, debugging, and integration of hardware and software.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards for high-voltage and safety-critical systems.

Skills

Embedded software development

Real-time systems

C/C++

Python/ Matlab (testing)

CAN Bus/CAN‑FD

Ethernet/Modbus/RS485

Power electronics experience

Hardware–software interface

Safety standards awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EE/CE/CS

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

CAN tools

Job description

Voltify is building the next generation of rail battery locomotives and high‑power energy systems. We seek an Embedded Software Engineer to develop firmware for high‑voltage DC‑DC converters and inverters, collaborating with hardware engineers to ensure safety, reliability and performance.

You will implement control algorithms, integrate sensors, and help advance power electronics for electrified transportation and energy storage applications in a fast-paced, high-impact startup environment.