Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer (HYBRID)

1872 Consulting; City of Berlin (WI); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to spearhead the development of cutting-edge electronic controls for both commercial and residential equipment. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working from home 1-2 days a week while requiring regular collaboration on-site. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in embedded firmware development, particularly in C programming, and will thrive in a culture that values innovation and teamwork. Join a forward-thinking company that is committed to quality and reliability in their products, and help shape the future of smart controls in critical settings.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in embedded firmware development with expertise in C programming.
• Experience with version control (Git) and hardware communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded firmware for control boards.
• Lead firmware development projects and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

C programming

Embedded firmware development

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Tools

Git

Debugging tools

UART

I2C

PWM

Job description

Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer – Berlin, WI Area

Location: Near Berlin, WI (Hybrid: 1–2 days remote/week)

Company Summary: We are a global leader in designing and manufacturing commercial-grade equipment used in critical settings including hotels, hospitals, fire stations, universities, and multi-unit housing. With a focus on quality, innovation, and reliability, we continue to modernize our products with smart controls and advanced embedded systems. Our engineering culture is driven by collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary: We’re seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to lead the development of electronic controls for commercial and residential-grade equipment. The ideal candidate will be fluent in C programming and have hands-on experience working with embedded microcontrollers and hardware interfaces like UART, I2C, and PWM. This is a hybrid role with 1–2 WFH days, requiring regular onsite collaboration in near Berlin, WI.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and debug embedded firmware for control boards.
• Lead large-scale firmware development projects, including outsourced teams.
• Collaborate with engineering labs to validate and test embedded code on prototypes and production units.
• Write ECNs and manage firmware change control through Git and issue tracking tools.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and assist in onboarding new talent.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Software Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in embedded firmware development.
• Expertise in C programming and hardware communication protocols.
• Experience with version control (Git) and debugging tools.
• Strong documentation, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Bonus Experience:

• Lua scripting and UI design tools (e.g., Storyboard).
• Prior experience mentoring or managing small technical teams.

Base pay range

$114,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing