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# Network Firmware (Niagara Framework) Engineer

- **Company:** Sage IT Inc
- **Location:** United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** User Authentication, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Software Debugging, Network Address Translation, DevOps, Domain Name System (DNS), Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Modbus, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Network Architecture, Network Protocols, OLE for Process Control, Real-Time Operating Systems, Release Management, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Diagnostic Tools, Transport Layer Security, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Bacnet, LonWorks Skill
- **Published:** September 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/b7706eee-2f37-44de-98ab-903e766996a4

## About the Role

Strong experience in firmware/embedded software engineering (C/C++ and/or Python).

 - Hands-on with Niagara Framework/Niagara 4 and related controllers/integrations.
 - In-depth knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, VLANs).
 - Practical experience with firewalls and network security configuration.
 - Skilled in troubleshooting network and protocol-level issues.
 - Knowledge of embedded Linux, Linux networking, or RTOS.
 - Experience with firmware testing, debugging, release management, and Git.
 - Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

## Description

Design, develop, debug, and maintain embedded firmware for controllers, gateways, and connected devices in building/industrial automation.

 - Develop and integrate firmware with Niagara Framework (Niagara 4) and related environments.
 - Configure, integrate, and troubleshoot Niagara stations, drivers, protocols, and controllers.
 - Integrate field devices using protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, MQTT, and OPC.
 - Develop and maintain firmware interfaces for network-connected embedded/IoT devices.
 - Configure and troubleshoot network security components (firewalls, VPNs, NAT, ports, and secure communications).
 - Analyze network traffic, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and resolve protocol-level problems using diagnostic tools (Wireshark, TCP/IP utilities).
 - Implement secure communication (TLS/SSL, certificates, authentication, encryption).
 - Perform firmware upgrades, bootloader updates, patches, and manage device lifecycle.
 - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, controls, networking, cybersecurity, DevOps).
 - Develop and execute unit, integration, and system tests for firmware and connected systems.
 - Investigate production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
 - Maintain comprehensive technical documentation (firmware releases, configurations, network architecture, troubleshooting).