> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1649133-staff-engineer-embedded-firmware](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1649133-staff-engineer-embedded-firmware). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Engineer, Embedded Firmware - **Company:** Enphase Energy - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ARM Architecture, Confluence, JIRA, Booting (BIOS), Configuration Management, Programming Tools, Eclipse (Software), Firmware, Real-Time Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Jama (Software), DOORS (Software), Test Scripts, Git, Atlassian Tools, Polarion - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** http://app.jobvite.com/CompanyJobs/Careers.aspx?c=qu49Vfwm&j=oGpqAfwP&k=Apply ## About the Role * B. E/ B. Tech in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or Computer Science. * 8+ years' experience in a similar (non-academic) role as an embedded software or firmware engineer * Proficiency scripting language Python to automate software development workflows. * Expertise in C for real-time applications. * Solid experience with bare metal and real-time operating systems (RTOS) * Being curious and ability to troubleshoot firmware related issues within complex systems. Relentless pursuit of problem-solving skills. * Ability to test code and hardware both with and without external test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power meters, etc. * Familiarity with software development processes, Atlassian cloud suite (Confluence, JIRA), Git configuration management. * Familiarity with development tools such as GCC, GDB, Eclipse, GNU Make, etc. * Familiarity with developing drivers for sensors and closed-loop control algorithms. * Ability to carry a design task from concept to implementation and verify. * Ability to document engineering requirements (like JAMA, Polarion, DOORs), document solutions, and test new firmware designs. * Experience with launching products on production scale to see through customer or field issues for learnings. * Familiarity with ARM Cortex-M4/7, STM32 or similar microcontroller architectures is a plus. * Zephyr RTOS experience is a plus. * Familiarity with design and implementation of bootloader and firmware update is a plus. * Familiarity with AC grid simulators and DC to AC inverters is a plus. * Familiarity with developing controls for cooling systems like fans, chillers, pumps etc is a plus. * Familiarity and experience with Battery Management System (BMS) is a plus. * Knowledge in worldwide (UL and IEC standards) electrical advanced grid functions and faults conditions is a plus. ## Description This position is part of the core Engineering R&D group, which focuses on launching Residential and Commercial/Industrial storage products. Our team is responsible for designing, prototyping, and launching Storage Systems at scale - cutting edge solutions that integrate Enphase's core technologies like IQ series microinverters, home energy ecosystem of EV chargers, combiners, and more that are best in the market to deliver complete solutions for our consumers. We're looking for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can collaborate closely with the team to develop and deliver innovative solutions., * Develop board level and system/product level embedded software for solar and battery-based products. * Work with hardware and system engineers to conceptualize and document the firmware design architecture for implementation. * Develop and perform unit and functional testing using AI assisted environment and on target hardware manually. * Work with cross function teams like SDVT (system design validation testing) engineers to test and troubleshoot prototype designs. * Mentor Junior Engineers and be able to work on residential and commercial product domains seamlessly ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [The Best X (Twitter) Accounts for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/294-the-best-x-twitter-accounts-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)