Firmware Engineer – Senior

Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions, offering advanced products and services through iconic brands like Kidde, Edwards, GST, and Aritech, protecting people and property worldwide.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Communication Systems, or related technical field.
• Professional experience in firmware or embedded software development using C.
• Solid experience with embedded platforms and MCUs.
• Practical experience with bare-metal and/or RTOS-based development.
• Experience with ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers such as STM32.
• Experience with embedded communication interfaces or protocols, including RS485 and/or wireless communication.
• Understanding of embedded systems constraints such as memory, processing resources, timing, and power consumption.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills, including use of hardware debugging tools.
• Experience with Git and modern version-control workflows.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Proactive attitude, ownership, and willingness to collaborate across locations and time zones.

Nice to have:

• Experience with FreeRTOS or other embedded RTOS.
• Experience with STM32, TI MSPM0 or similar ARM Cortex-M platforms.
• Experience developing firmware for low-power embedded devices.
• Experience with secure bootloaders and secure firmware updates.
• Basic understanding of cryptographic concepts such as hashing, signing, and encryption.
• Experience with wireless communication technologies used in embedded systems.
• Experience with product verification, certification, and high-volume production.
• Experience working with internationally distributed engineering teams.
• Familiarity with Scrum/Agile development methodologies.

• Develop and maintain firmware for wired and wireless security devices and accessories.
• Implement firmware changes and new functionalities for products including Panels, Keypads, Touchscreens, Card Readers, Sirens, and Sensors.
• Participate in the full firmware development lifecycle from requirements through production support.
• Develop embedded software using C and C++.
• Work with bare-metal and RTOS-based environments including FreeRTOS.
• Develop and maintain communication functionality using interfaces such as RS485 and wireless technologies.
• Contribute to low-power operation, real-time performance, and efficient resource utilization.
• Participate in hardware-software integration and system and firmware architecture discussions.
• Troubleshoot technical issues including debugging and bug fixing.
• Use development and debugging tools like SWD/JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Contribute to firmware security mechanisms including secure boot and secure firmware update solutions.
• Support verification, validation, certification, and production activities.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and design specifications.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Hardware Engineering, QA, Compliance, and Cybersecurity teams.
• Work closely with local and global engineering teams to ensure knowledge sharing and consistent implementation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and practices.

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