Embedded Engineer - Safety Sensor Application Engineer II

Resideo Technologies - Aurora, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Aurora, IL

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

At Resideo, we imagine a world where homes and buildings are good for the planet, and where technology works to simplify everyday life. In that world, people are healthy, happy, and secure. To help create this future, we will work every day to simplify the connected world so people have peace of mind and can focus on what matters most. Resideo is making a large investment in our engineering group. With global reach and impact, we are dedicated to an investment in building our team as we develop new products and introduce them to consumers around the world (NPI). Whether your expertise is centered in mechanical, hardware, electrical, firmware, software, embedded, connected, test or other functional areas of embedded connected products, we have a place on our team ready for you to establish and grow your career. Being an established leader in the connected products space, we will give you a platform to work on new and innovative projects as a member of a team of intelligent innovators that are developing products that truly align with our mission of protecting what matters most. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to lead the development of sensor applications. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing embedded firmware solutions for a wide range of sensor applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative sensor solutions that address the evolving needs of our customers. Your duties will include leading the design and development of embedded firmware for sensor applications, including sensor interfacing, data acquisition, and signal processing. You will architect and implement firmware solutions optimized for real-time sensor data acquisition, analysis, and control in diverse application scenarios. Collaboration with hardware engineers to define system requirements and specifications for sensor integration will be essential, ensuring seamless interaction between firmware and sensor hardware. You will also develop and maintain firmware drivers and libraries for common sensor types, enabling rapid development and deployment of sensor applications across different platforms. Thorough testing and validation of firmware functionality, performance, and reliability will be part of your responsibilities, addressing any issues or deficiencies through iterative refinement and optimization. Staying abreast of the latest advancements in sensor technology, embedded systems, and firmware development methodologies will be crucial, integrating emerging technologies and best practices into our development process. Additionally, you will provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of embedded firmware for sensor applications, including sensor interfacing, data acquisition, and signal processing.
• Architect and implement firmware solutions optimized for real-time sensor data acquisition, analysis, and control in diverse application scenarios.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system requirements and specifications for sensor integration, ensuring seamless interaction between firmware and sensor hardware.
• Develop and maintain firmware drivers and libraries for common sensor types, enabling rapid development and deployment of sensor applications across different platforms.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of firmware functionality, performance, and reliability, addressing any issues or deficiencies through iterative refinement and optimization.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in sensor technology, embedded systems, and firmware development methodologies, integrating emerging technologies and best practices into our development process.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in embedded firmware development, with a focus on sensor applications and real-time systems.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C and C++ for embedded systems, with experience in firmware development for microcontrollers.
• Deep understanding of sensor principles, including analog and digital sensor interfaces, data formats, and signal processing techniques.
• Experience with common sensor types and applications, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, proximity sensors, and environmental sensors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex firmware issues and optimize performance for efficiency and reliability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Deep understanding of a variety of engineering standards and specifications.
• Capability to complete demanding assignments by applying advanced hardware engineering methods and tools.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams to deliver optimal solutions.
• Ability to consistently make timely decisions and balancing systematic analysis with decisiveness in an ambiguous environment.
• Clearly and concisely convey subtle or complex messages to a variety of audiences.
• Capability to follow guidelines and ensure efficiency on given project tasks.

Benefits

• Work in a Hybrid setting (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
• Enjoy work-life balance with generous vacation time that can be scheduled with manager approval based on business priorities and personal needs, without pre-set maximums.
• Immediate eligibility for Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and 401K.