We’re a team of professional embedded/firmware engineers dedicated to making electric power safer, more reliable and more economical. We’re looking for colleagues who are passionate about developing hard real-time systems in critical applications. Joining our team means you get:
Healthy work/life balance.
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) – Employees own 100% of the company.
A team focused on delivering high quality, reliable products with free technical support as long as the product remains in service.
To the root of problems and inventing solutions to meet customer needs.
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
This job might be for you if:
B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent
2+ 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
It would be nice if you had:
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)
Location
Boise, ID- This position is located in Boise, ID, capital of the gem state, and on the Boise River in the southwestern part of the state. You will enjoy local restaurants in a vibrant downtown full of small businesses, easy access to mountain foothills and 190 miles of trails. The city is also home to great schools and universities including Boise State University. Boise has been ranked as one of America's fastest growing cities, making it a great place to live and work.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
- 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.
Pay Range Data
We anticipate filling this position as a Firmware Engineer. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
Associate Software Engineer: $84,200 - $124,500 per year
Software Engineer: $97,700 - $144,400 per year
Lead Software Engineer: $115,300 - $170,400 per year.
Communication with Applicants
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [email protected].
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience with backend programming languages such as C++, C, Python, or C#
- Experience with frontend technologies such as React
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL
- Experience with source control technologies such as Git, Bitbucket, or GitHub
- Experience with CI/CD technologies such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
- Knowledge of Ethernet communication and networking
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Helm
- Knowledge of secure software development lifecycle practices
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- Debugging experience using GDB or equivalent
- Familiarity with Behavior-Driven Development, including Gherkin or Behave
- Knowledge of Agile development principles, processes, and tools
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Drive for self-improvement
- Basic knowledge of power systems
- Knowledge of industrial controls
- Knowledge of process automation
- Knowledge of application engineering
- Experience with JavaScript and TypeScript
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) and has not been reviewed or approved by Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL).
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is described as comprehensive, with the employer covering a significant share of premiums. Feedback suggests on-site clinics, EAP, and wellness programs further strengthen day-to-day health support at major campuses.
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Retirement Support — Employee ownership through an ESOP is positioned as a meaningful long-term benefit for full-time employees. Feedback suggests many view the ownership model and retirement programs as strong components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and sick time are characterized as generous alongside company holidays and special leave options. Feedback suggests time off begins accruing immediately and supports key life events.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Insights
What We Do
SEL serves the power industry worldwide through the design, manufacture, supply and support of products and services for power system protection, monitoring, control, automation, communications and metering. For more than 30 years, SEL has offered unmatched local technical support, a 10‐year, worldwide warranty and a commitment to making electric power safer, more reliable and more economical.
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