Senior Embedded Control
Senior Embedded Control Firmware Engineer at SolarEdge's new Bangalore R&D site designs, implements, and tests embedded control firmware in C/C++ for solar inverters, power optimizers, and storage converters, working with power-conversion control algorithms, MCUs (TI/ST/Renesas), RTOS/bare-metal code, and PLECS/MATLAB SIL/HIL simulation.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Bengaluru, KA
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Embedded
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 8+ years of relevant industrial experience in embedded control firmware design and development
- M.E./M.Tech. in Power Electronics/Control System/Embedded System Engineering with 6+ years of relevant industrial experience
- Ph.D. in closed loop control firmware design for power converters/inverters/DC-DC converters with 3+ years of relevant industrial experience
- Design and implementation of embedded digital control algorithms in C/C++ for power converters (DC/AC inverters, DC/DC converters) at high switching frequency
- Strong knowledge and proven experience developing control algorithms for power electronics converters/inverters
- Experience optimizing firmware algorithms to enhance system efficiency and reliability
- Experience in control loop simulation and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) using PLECS/MATLAB tools
- Experience in real-time operating systems (RTOS) and bare-metal code development
- Strong understanding of microcontrollers/microprocessors and their peripherals, and embedded system architectures
- Hands-on embedded control firmware experience using MCUs such as TI/ST/Renesas
- Working knowledge of protocols and device drivers for SPI, I2C, UART, CAN
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot firmware/hardware technical problems
- Experience developing device drivers and executing tight interrupt loops in bare-metal implementation
- Working knowledge in using JTAG/SWD debugger
- Experience in board bring-up, peripheral integration, and device driver development
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering robust and reliable embedded software
- Knowledge of software development tools, version control systems, and debugging tools for embedded systems
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills for cross-functional collaboration
Nice to have
- Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) using Typhoon HIL/MATLAB
- Experience in the renewable energy or power electronics industry
Full description
Are you ready to power the future?
At SolarEdge (NASDAQ: SEDG), we're a global leader in smart energy technology, with over 4,000 employees, offices in 34 countries, and millions of installations worldwide.
Our innovative solutions include solar inverters, battery storage, backup systems, EV charging, and AI-based energy management. We're committed to making clean, green energy the primary power source for homes, businesses, and beyond.
With the growing demand for electricity, the need for smart, clean energy sources is constantly rising. SolarEdge offers amazing opportunities to develop your skills in a multidisciplinary environment, covering everything from research and development to production and customer supply. Work with talented colleagues, tackle exciting challenges, and help create a sustainable future in an industry that's always evolving and innovating. Join us and be part of a company that values creativity, agility, and impactful work.
Our R&D division is growing globally, and we are looking for an experienced Sr. Embedded Control Firmware Engineer to join our dynamic team at the new R&D site in Bangalore, India.
As a Sr. Embedded Control Firmware Engineer, you will be a crucial member of the SolarEdge India R&D team, responsible for developing embedded control firmware for our advanced solar energy products. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and testing embedded control firmware, ensuring its reliability, performance, and seamless integration with our hardware platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, design and development of embedded control firmware for SolarEdge's solar power conversion products, including inverters, power optimizers, and energy storage converter.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, embedded developers, and product/project managers, to define system requirements, design concepts/ideas and agreed with innovative architect embedded solutions.
- Develop and implement efficient and reliable embedded digital control firmware in C/C++ for various microcontrollers and processors used in SolarEdge products.
- Conduct thorough testing and verification of embedded control firmware to ensure its functionality, performance, and compliance with quality standards.
- Troubleshoot and debug embedded control firmware and hardware interactions, identifying and resolving issues throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members and ensuring code quality and adherence to coding standards.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in embedded systems to propose and integrate cutting-edge technologies into SolarEdge's products.