Lead Firmware Engineer

About the role

SEL Inc., a team of embedded and firmware engineers focused on making electric power safer, more reliable and more economical, is looking for a Lead Firmware Engineer in Pullman, WA. The role leads the design, implementation, documentation and testing of safety-critical firmware systems in hard real-time applications, and involves mentoring new engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, documentation and testing of safety-critical firmware systems
• Understand hardware and software interactions
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers across disciplines
• Mentor and help develop new engineers
• Develop knowledge of SEL engineering processes, products and technology
• Follow and apply SEL values and principles of operation

Required profile

• B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience
• Strong writing, documentation and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills, take on new responsibilities and work cooperatively in a team
• Satisfactory background check and negative drug test results

Required skills

• C and C++ programming
• Object-oriented design
• Unit testing and debugging
• Preferred: RTOS, test automation, Python and Agile software development process

What we offer

• Pay range of $107,600 - $161,500
• 100% employee-owned company with an employer-funded ESOP and 401(k) options
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays, vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days and paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay
• Tuition assistance, STEM courses, apprenticeships and engineering development programs