Embedded UI Firmware Engineer - Thermal Platform

Vertiv; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Westerville, Ohio is seeking a skilled Embedded Linux HMI/UI Engineer to design and develop user interfaces for our thermal control systems. This role involves implementation and design responsibilities for HMI solutions on embedded Linux platforms.

The ideal candidate will possess proficiency in C++ and experience with developing HMI applications. HVAC knowledge is preferred. Vertiv offers a dynamic environment focusing on cutting-edge embedded technologies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Linux-based controls firmware development.
• Demonstrated ability to design maintainable, extensible UI systems.
• Experience with secure communication and authentication (TLS, tokens, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop HMI/UI applications for embedded Linux platforms.
• Collaborate with firmware and backend teams.
• Optimize UI performance for constrained embedded environments.

Skills

Proficiency in C++

Experience designing RESTful APIs

HMI/UI application development

Solid understanding of software architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Qt framework

VS Code

GitLab

Docker

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Linux HMI/UI Engineer to design and develop user interfaces for our thermal control platform. This role requires both hands‑on implementation and system‑level design ownership of modern HMI solutions deployed on embedded Linux near real‑time and other real‑time systems. HVAC specific knowledge is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop HMI/UI applications for embedded Linux platforms using Qt (Widgets and/or QML)
• Architect scalable, modular UI frameworks that integrate with system services via RESTful APIs
• Collaborate with firmware, controls, and backend teams to define and evolve system interfaces
• Translate product requirements into intuitive, responsive, and reliable user experiences
• Optimize UI performance for constrained embedded environments (CPU, memory, GPU)
• Implement robust error handling, diagnostics, and status visualization for system monitoring and control
• Contribute to system architecture decisions, including UI/backend separation, data models, and communication layers
• Other tasks and activities as required by management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience developing HMI/UI applications on embedded Linux platforms
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs in UI applications
• Solid understanding of software architecture principles (modularity, layering, separation of concerns)
• Proficiency in C++ and familiarity with Linux system concepts (processes, IPC, networking)
• Demonstrated ability to design maintainable, extensible UI systems—not just implement features
• 3+ years of experience with Linux‑based controls firmware development and testing
• 3+ years of experience abstracting and using C/C++ programming language

Preferred Qualification

• Strong expertise in Qt framework (Qt5/Qt6, QML and/or Widgets)
• Experience in HVAC, thermal systems, or industrial control environments
• Familiarity with control systems, real‑time data visualization, or telemetry‑driven UI design
• Experience with embedded graphics acceleration (OpenGL, EGL, GPU usage in Qt)
• Knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, CAN, MQTT)
• Experience with secure communication and authentication (TLS, tokens, etc.)
• Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, automated builds, embedded deployment pipelines)

Development Environment

• Languages/Syntax: C++, C, Python, Bash Shell, Qt
• Communication protocols: RESTful API, HTTPS
• Operating systems: embedded Linux and real‑time operating systems (FreeRTOS)
• Platforms: TI SoC, ARM, x86
• Tools: VS Code, Cursor, and Docker
• Version management: GitLab
• Build system: BitBake, Yocto, GitLab Pipelines
• Test: Device Simulation, Hardware in Loop (HIL)
• Resource‑constrained UI design

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

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