Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities

- Perform technical feasibility study and firmware architecture design and integration
- Execute the assigned firmware development, testing and validation tasks for power electronics products
- Model, simulate and analyze the sub systems to evaluate product and design concepts
- Design and validation of critical firmware components and integrate for the product / application.
- Design and develop Firmware drivers and Communication Algorithms
- Participate in FMEA and risk assessment activities
- Follows standard R&D software guidelines for creating code, documenting code, storing code, testing and implementing the software, in the field when necessary.
- Interface as needed with product management, customers, marketing & sales in providing technical guidance on products developed.
- Be proactive in understanding product/service roadmaps and the implications of new features with peer engineers or self-training.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities:

- 4-Year bachelor's degree / 4 + 2-Year Master's degree in Power electronics/ Electrical / Electronics
- 1-3 Years of experience in Embedded Firmware designs
- Use of recognized best practice firmware/software development methodologies and processes
- Strong expertise in embedded C language
- Hands-on experience with embedded firmware developments tools like IDEs, debuggers etc.
- Hands-on experience in firmware development for power electronics products like Power converters, VFD etc. using MCUs like STM32, TI C2000.
- Knowledge in motor control algorithms like V/F, FOC etc.
- Knowledge of Control system design
- Basic knowledge of Analog and Digital circuits
- Experience in using the lab equipment like Oscilloscope, Function generator, Multimeter etc.
- Experience in problem solving, testing and debugging skills
- Experience in generating design, test, and verification documents
- Experience in developing communication protocols like I2C, SPI, and MODBUS etc.
- Experience in simulation and firmware development using tools like MATLAB, PSIM etc.
- Familiarity with Version control tools, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for efficient development workflows.
- Able to work in multi-disciplinary and remote-located teams.

High Impact Behaviors

- Continuous Professional Development: Professionals should be committed to lifelong learning, seeking out opportunities for self-improvement, and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Effective professionals understand the value of collaboration. They work well with others, contribute to team goals, and understand that diverse perspectives can lead to better solutions.
- Results-Driven Performance: High-performing professionals focus on delivering results. They set high standards for their own performance and are committed to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.