Sr. Firmware Engineer (Qualitrol)

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2 Locations
Hybrid
Senior level
Hardware • Semiconductor • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Develop and maintain embedded firmware for real-time transformer monitoring systems used in electrical substations. Responsibilities include Linux and real-time firmware development, data acquisition, industrial protocol integration, testing and validation, regulatory compliance, quality and scheduling leadership, manufacturing transition, post-release customer support, and Agile process improvement.
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Summary

As the SR Firmware Engineer, you will be working on sophisticated, industrial, real time operating systems involving real time data acquisition and post processing of data for analysis and reports. This team of engineers develops innovative monitoring systems used for transformer monitoring at electrical sub stations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Embedded systems, firmware development with specific focus on Linux and real time embedded systems.
  • Developing advance firmware solutions for critical substation monitoring and diagnosis requirements.
  • Coordinate firmware development activities and lead quality and scheduling projects.
  • Supports development team and provides needed pre-qualification and verification testing. Ensure compliance to all regulatory needs for the product and business
  • Support product transition to mass manufacturing
  • Supports sales and support team post release to timely meet customer needs.
  • Follow software development and validation processes and continuously improve them.
  • Use Scrum Agile Methodology for software development.

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in embedded systems design, development, testing, and debugging.

Strong experience with microcontroller and microprocessor-based systems.

Expertise in Embedded C/C++ development within real-time, multi-threaded environments.

Proficiency in programming peripheral interfaces like UART, I2C, SPI, etc.

Proven experience in developing, debugging, and testing industrial protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, IEC60870, IEC61850, along with expertise in Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and SCADA practices.

Extensive experience with embedded Linux and Windows environments, including real-time data acquisition and scheduling applications.

Knowledge of unit testing frameworks for Linux.

Experience with device driver programming.

Preferred Skills

Experience in developing products for the power utility industry.

Familiarity with AI technologies in firmware development.

Understanding of cybersecurity implementation principles.

Experience with FPGA programming and development.

Proficiency in additional programming languages such as C#, PHP, JS, and scripting languages like Python.

Familiarity with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices.

Experience with JIRA and Confluence.

Familiarity with Agile methodologies.

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About Us

Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About the Team
About Qualitrol

QUALITROL manufactures monitoring and protection devices for high value electrical assets and OEM manufacturing companies. Established in 1945, QUALITROL produces thousands of different types of products on demand and customized to meet our individual customers’ needs. We are the largest and most trusted global leader for partial discharge monitoring, asset protection equipment and information products across power generation, transmission, and distribution. At Qualitrol, we are redefining condition-based monitoring.  

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].  

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of hands-on experience in embedded systems design, development, testing, and debugging
  • Experience with microcontroller- and microprocessor-based systems
  • Expertise in Embedded C/C++ development in real-time, multithreaded environments
  • Proficiency with UART, I2C, SPI, and similar peripheral interfaces
  • Experience developing, debugging, and testing Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870, and IEC 61850 protocols
  • Experience with Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and SCADA practices
  • Experience with embedded Linux and Windows environments, including real-time data acquisition and scheduling applications
  • Knowledge of Linux unit testing frameworks
  • Experience with device driver programming
  • Experience developing products for the power utility industry
  • Familiarity with AI technologies in firmware development
  • Understanding of cybersecurity implementation principles
  • Experience with FPGA programming and development
  • Proficiency in C#, PHP, JavaScript, Python, and scripting languages
  • Familiarity with CI/CD practices
  • Experience with JIRA and Confluence
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies

Ralliant Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ralliant Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Ralliant Corporation.

  • Parental & Family Support — Offerings include 12 weeks of fully paid parental/bonding leave, fertility and family‑planning support through partners like Progyny/Maven, up to $20,000 in adoption assistance, and backup child/adult care. Coverage for spouses and domestic partners further supports diverse family structures.
  • Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is paired with dedicated mental‑health resources, including 14 free therapy sessions via Spring Health. Materials also cite gender‑affirming support and broad eligibility for family members.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and automatic enrollment is highlighted, with some employees eligible for additional discretionary contributions. Financial tools such as counseling and student‑debt assistance complement long‑term savings efforts.

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The Company
HQ: Raleigh, NC
7,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

What We Do

Ralliant is a global precision-technology company that designs, develops, manufactures, and services precision instruments and highly engineered products. Its two strategic segments, Test and Measurement and Sensors and Safety Systems, provide instruments, software, sensors, and monitoring solutions for mission-critical applications across electronics, semiconductors, utilities, industrial manufacturing, defense, space, and other advanced technology markets worldwide, helping engineers accelerate innovation and improve the reliability of critical systems.

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