Job Summary:

If you are a professional looking for an opportunity to work with the global Emerson Systems and Software organization, this is a stimulating opportunity for you! As the Firmware Design Engineer, you will design, develop, and test firmware for our embedded systems. This position will actively participate in the new product development cycle, including requirements, design, verification, release, and documentation, working as a catalyst to our development efforts.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining firmware, particularly microcontrollers (MCUs).
• Developing low-level hardware drivers for peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, DMA, and interrupts
• Crafting and implementing test applications to validate hardware functionality and support manufacturing testing
• Collaborating with hardware engineers during board bring-up to initialize and validate components, troubleshoot system integration and technical issues, and optimize system performance.
• Participating in code reviews, debugging, and performance tuning to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Following the best approach in coding, version control, and documentation for firmware releases.
• Working with multi-functional teams to define technical requirements and specifications
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting team development
• Continuously evaluating and suggesting improvements to improve product features, quality, and cost-efficiency
• Staying updated on industry trends, tools, and best practices in embedded firmware development

Who You Are:
You readily take action on challenges, without unnecessary planning. You anticipate the impact of emerging technologies and make adjustments. You deal comfortably with the uncertainty of change.
For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in firmware development for embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN)
• Proficiency in C/C++ for low-level embedded software development.
• Hands-on experience with board bring-up, memory mapping, and debugging hardware/software integration issues
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience with ARM microprocessor programming and RTOS is an advantage.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), build systems, and CI/CD tools.
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Knowledgeable in FPGA/CPLD and its associated languages (eg, Verilog or VHDL) and schematic capture tools.
• Experience with software testing methodologies and test automation frameworks.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and standard processes.
• Background in Process Control or Distributed Control Systems is a plus.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, an Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.