The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership
With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.
At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.
Job Title: Firmware Engineer – Fire Alarm Control PanelExperience6–8 Years
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Firmware Engineer to design and develop embedded firmware for Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP). The candidate will play a key role in building reliable, safety-critical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and delivering high-performance embedded solutions using C and C++.
Key Responsibilities- Design, develop, and maintain firmware for Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP)
- Implement real-time embedded software using C and C++
- Develop features for fire detection, alarm signaling, fault monitoring, and system diagnostics
- Interface with hardware components such as sensors, relays, annunciators, and communication modules
- Ensure firmware complies with safety standards (UL, EN, NFPA, etc.)
- Develop and execute unit, integration, and system-level testing
- Debug issues using tools like JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Optimize firmware for reliability, performance, and low power consumption
- Support certification and regulatory testing processes
- Collaborate with hardware, QA, and system engineering teams
- 5–7 years of experience in embedded firmware development
- Strong proficiency in C and C++
- Hands-on experience with embedded systems and microcontrollers
- Experience in real-time systems / RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS)
- Knowledge of communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, RS485, CAN)
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of hardware schematics and board-level design
- Experience in Fire Alarm Systems / Safety-Critical Systems
- Knowledge of fire detection algorithms and alarm logic
- Familiarity with standards such as:
- NFPA 72
- UL 864
- EN 54
- Experience with loop communication protocols (addressable fire systems)
- Experience in fault-tolerant and redundant system design
- Experience with bootloaders and firmware upgrade (OTA/local)
- Exposure to embedded Linux (optional)
- Experience with certification processes and documentation
- Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git)
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Ability to work in safety-critical environments with high quality standards
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety
Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.
Skills Required
- 5-7 years of embedded firmware development experience
- Strong proficiency in C and C++
- Hands-on experience with embedded systems and microcontrollers
- Experience with real-time systems or RTOS, such as FreeRTOS
- Knowledge of UART, SPI, I2C, RS485, and CAN communication protocols
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of hardware schematics and board-level design
- Experience with fire alarm systems or safety-critical systems
- Knowledge of fire detection algorithms and alarm logic
- Familiarity with NFPA 72, UL 864, and EN 54 standards
- Experience with loop communication protocols for addressable fire systems
- Experience in fault-tolerant and redundant system design
- Experience with bootloaders and firmware upgrades
- Exposure to embedded Linux
- Experience with certification processes and documentation
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
What We Do
Kidde Global Solutions (KGS) is a global fire and life-safety company bringing together trusted safety and security brands. It provides advanced solutions and services for residential and commercial customers, helping protect people and property across a wide range of applications worldwide. The company focuses on raising industry standards through its combined experience and expertise in fire protection, detection, alarms, and related security offerings.
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