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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) · 17 hours ago

Firmware Engineer

Idaho - Boise

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$98K/yr - $144K/yr

4+ years exp

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team in Boise, ID. The role involves designing, implementing, and testing software systems while collaborating with various stakeholders and mentoring interns. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software interactions with hardware and will participate in code reviews and documentation.

ElectronicsLinuxManufacturingOpen SourceSoftware

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Participate in the design, implementation, and testing of software systems

Understand software interactions with external hardware and software assets

Collaborate with the development team, subject-matter experts, and other stakeholders to achieve solutions

Author and maintain specification, design, and testing documentation

Actively participate in code reviews

Update, design, automate, and test processes

Develop knowledge of SEL engineering processes

Develop knowledge of SEL products and technology

Mentor and train interns and Associate Engineers

Qualification

C++PythonReactGitCI/CDPostgresDockerAgileDebuggingSelf-improvementWriting skillsTeam collaboration

Required

B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent

4+ years of experience in most of the following areas:

Backend programming languages (C++, C, Python, C#, or equivalent)

Frontend technologies (React)

Relational databases (Postgres or equivalent)

Source control technologies (Git, Bitbucket, GitHub)

CI/CD pipeline technologies (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)

Knowledge of Ethernet Communication and networking

Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, etc.)

Secure software development lifecycle

Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

Debugging (gdb or equivalent)

Familiarity with Behavior-Driven Development (Gherkin/Behave)

Agile development principles, processes, and tools

Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in a team environment

Drive for self-improvement

Preferred

Basic knowledge of power systems

Knowledge of one or more of the following areas: Industrial Controls, Process Automation, Application Engineering

Frontend programming languages (JavaScript and TypeScript)

Benefits

We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.

We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.

Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Company

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

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SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

Founded in 1982

Pullman, Washington, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.selinc.com/

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