Lead Firmware Engineer (C++ Embedded)

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking an innovative and highly skilled Lead Firmware Engineer to lead the development of embedded firmware for Advanced Energy measurement and control products. This position involves architecting and implementing firmware solutions that integrate hardware, control systems, and signal processing to achieve high-performance and precision across various industrial applications. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including electrical, optical, and mechanical engineers, to translate system requirements into embedded firmware designs. The role offers excellent career growth and leadership opportunities within a dynamic multinational technology company.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead end-to-end firmware architecture and development processes for embedded systems optimized for precision energy measurement and control.
• Collaborate closely with electrical and optical engineers to design hardware interfaces, ensuring seamless integration with firmware and compliance with system-level requirements.
• Drive the implementation of advanced control systems and signal processing algorithms, ensuring high levels of accuracy and reliability in product performance.
• Decompose complex technical requirements into firmware specifications and development plans, leading cross-functional engagements to achieve targeted outcomes.
• Perform hands-on debugging, testing, and optimization of firmware, working within hardware-in-the-loop environments to ensure design objectives are met.
• Drive firmware integration reviews, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with manufacturing and customer-driven requirements.
• Develop manufacturing firmware codes and automated testing systems to streamline production processes and product validation efforts.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to global firmware development teams, fostering collaboration and continuous innovation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
• Works in a standard office environment utilizing standard office equipment, engineering lab and in a manufacturing facility

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven success in leadership roles driving cross-functional collaboration and solving complex technical challenges at the hardware-firmware interface.
• In-depth knowledge of control systems and signal processing techniques for embedded system optimization—critical to enabling precision and performance.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet, USB, UART, and memory interfaces like DDR3/4.
• Advanced expertise in microcontroller, FPGA, or SoC-based architecture (e.g., Xilinx Zynq, ARM Cortex-M or similar platforms) preferred but not required.
• Experience in designing low-level drivers and firmware solutions for applications integrating optics, photonics, or photoelectronics with energy measurement hardware.
• A proven track record of troubleshooting and optimizing embedded firmware for diverse and challenging industrial applications.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in real-time embedded firmware development utilizing C/C++.

EDUCATION:

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent discipline emphasizing embedded firmware development, control systems, and signal processing.

COMPENSATION:

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $115,000 - $180,000 per year.

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes: Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from Short and long-term disability and life insurance Health savings and flexible spending accounts Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays 8 hours of paid volunteer time off 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads Company matched 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. Applications will be accepted through June 1, 2026, unless the position is filled prior to this date. The company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.