Embedded Software Engineer

TITLE: Embedded Systems Engineer

DIVISION: Armada Power

REPORTS TO: VP, Product Technology

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

WORK LOCATION: Alexandria, OH

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Armada Power is an energy technology company that incorporates patented, behind-the-meter thermal storage into a secure hardware, software, telemetry, and control platform providing millisecond grid response benefiting consumers, grid operators, public and private utilities, DERMs integrators and merchant electricity suppliers, while producing high impact and quantifiable environmental benefits.

Armada’s technology was created to enable an addressable market of more than 50 million tanked electric water heaters as grid interactive devices, meeting growing electric grid demand for renewables firming, economic load shaping, and peak load management.

As a U.S. invented and grown technology company, we’ve earned market validating assignments and scaled device populations with some of the largest utilities and multifamily property owners in the United States and Canada, positioning us to launch into our next commercial phase. We are seeking an experienced embedded systems developer to support firmware enhancements on our existing population of devices and to integrate new functionality and new components into our next generation of hardware.

JOB SUMMARY: Armada is searching for an embedded systems developer to support new product development as well as continuous firmware improvement on our fleet of 10,000+ field installed devices. As an integral part of our engineering department, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing firmware solutions for our growing fleet of energy management equipment.

This role will be responsible for creating and maintaining custom Linux based firmware images for our LCS2400 family of load controllers. Other responsibilities will include assisting in the design of new products, advising hardware component selection, and development of production line test, calibration, and programming fixtures. This is an opportunity to leverage your development skills to help bring Armada Power’s energy sustainability technology to market.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Design, implement, and maintain embedded Linux firmware for Armada Power’s LCS2400 family of load control hardware.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and software developers, to ensure seamless integration of firmware with hardware components and back-office systems.

Develop and maintain device drivers, kernel modules, and system-level software for embedded Linux systems.

Debug and troubleshoot firmware-related issues, ensuring timely resolution and efficient performance.

Conduct performance analysis and optimization of firmware to meet system requirements and specifications.

Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies related to embedded systems and Linux firmware development.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Proven experience in embedded systems development, with a focus on Linux-based firmware.

Strong programming skills in C and C++, with a deep understanding of embedded systems architecture.

Experience with embedded Linux development tools, cross-compilers, and build systems.

Proficiency in developing and debugging device drivers and kernel modules for Linux.

Experience working with LTE cellular modems.

Familiarity with hardware-level interfaces and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, etc.).

Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team and a high comfort level in early stage growth and innovation environments

Knowledge of networking protocols and security considerations in embedded systems

Experience with OpwnWrt and Buildroot.

Experience with MQTT and AMQP messaging protocols.

Familiarity with Google Protocol Buffers.

Experience with version control systems such as Git.

Strong communication skills and the ability to document and communicate technical information effectively.

Experience with Microchip AVR or similar microcontroller development.

Experience with Python is a plus.

The pay range for this position is below. The specific starting rate will depend on the chosen candidate’s qualifications and prior experience. $105,000 (entry level qualifications) to $125,000 (highly experienced).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of the criteria that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform these functions in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be regularly required for extended periods of time to:

Remain in a stationary position

Use hands and fingers

Utilize a computer monitor with visual activity

Operate technology or other office machinery such as printers, scanners, etc.

Communicate verbally and/or in writing with others

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. For Armada Power to remain efficient as a growing organization, team members are expected to exhibit a high level of flexibility regarding any duties that may be situationally assigned outside of this job description.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

4 weeks PTO + paid holidays

401k program with Company match

Hybrid work schedule for most positions

Professional development opportunities

Quarterly business updates

Company sponsored events

Cell phone reimbursement

Armada Power provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and administers all aspects and conditions of pre-employment and employment without regard to protected characteristics.