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Sr. Staff Engineer, Firmware

Work Mode: Remote

Location: Remote at Sommerville, MA

Opportunity

At Heila, we are on a mission to revolutionize the distributed energy sector through our innovative microgrid control and optimization platform. Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and sustainability, paving the way for a cleaner and more resilient future. As a growing organization, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where passion, curiosity, and inclusivity are at the core of everything we do.

Pioneer a Cleaner Energy Future

The Sr Staff Engineer - Firmware handles the design, testing, and support of the embedded software in Heila’s distributed energy resources (DER) hardware products. As part of their role, they are responsible for expanding the applications and environments in which Heila control systems are used. They also collaborate closely with Heila’s Project, Product, and others within the Engineering Team to understand and account for the hardware capabilities, upsell opportunities, product roadmap, and feature development timelines.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for driving architectural improvement of Heila’s embedded Linux platform including embedded C level up to Linux distribution layer to enable container-based application Development.

• Enforce best practices in areas of bootloader design, memory management, RTOS implementation, communication and hardware interface driver development (CAN, Serial, Modbus, RTU/TCP), over the air updates and Linux distribution customizations.

• Contribute to requirements definition for hardware and software in the system based on firmware dependencies.

• Develop and debug procedures/tools for production test automation and development validation.

• Provide technical support and guidance for post-release production systems. This includes documentation preparation for release notes and manufacturing specifications.

• Maintain the manufacturing flash and test procedures for PCBA and product validation.

• Uses technical acumen to discuss application of Heila products in the context of customer’s use cases.

• Stay current with the industry trends, making recommendations as needed to help the company excel.

• Foster positive and effective business relationships at all levels

• Train and mentor less experienced teammates.

Skills/Requirements

• 9+ years of experience with embedded development

• Bachelor’s or Masters (preferred) degree in EE, CE, CS or equivalent

• Experience working in C/C++ and Java

• Experience with ground-up firmware system design and architectural design.

• Experience working with Linux embedded systems.

• Experience with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet, etc.

• Experience with ARM architectures and developing for heterogeneous architectures.

Who Thrives at Heila?

If you are known for exhibiting the following 7 Behaviors, we want you on our team:

• Passionate Go-Getter: You are enthusiastic about building a cleaner and more resilient future.

• Effective Decision Maker: You make timely, data-driven, and transparent decisions.

• Scrappy Fighter: You get results, adapt when needed, and are brave enough to admit mistakes.

• Clear Communicator: You are a concise, coherent, and respectful communicator.

• Team Player: You go out of your way to help others and seek to receive and provide feedback.

• Curious Thinker: You enjoy learning, problem-solving, and freely sharing your knowledge.

• Inclusivity Champion: You seek to build a diverse team and are open to different perspectives.

Why Should You Join Heila?

Joining the Heila team promises an impact-driven journey into the forefront of innovation and sustainability within the Energy Industry. Our mission lies at the core of everything we do, pushing us to revolutionize the industry through cutting-edge microgrid control hardware and software. Our team is united by a shared commitment to push boundaries and build a cleaner and more resilient future.

If you want to make a difference and transform how the world generates, stores, and uses energy, join us!

We will consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this opportunity.

The salary range for this position is $122,750 - $156,850. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Kohler Energy?

For more than 100 years, Energy has been an innovative leader in energy resilience, starting with the first modern generator, the Kohler Automatic Power & Light, launched in 1920. Through a combination of organic and acquisitive growth, Energy is now positioned as the third largest producer of power solutions for consumer and industrial customers worldwide. The product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, clean energy solutions, and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler Energy proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at https://kohlerenergy.com/who-we-are.

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact EnergyJobs@kohler.com. Kohler Energy is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement.