Firmware Team Lead

Rockwell Automation

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Chelmsford, MA
Salary
$130,560–$195,840 / yr
Posted
9 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $206k
This role $163k
$118k most similar roles pay here $251k

This role pays less than 84% of similar roles. Most pay $182,200–$230,400 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $163k versus about $206k for comparable roles.

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About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation.

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TL;DR · Firmware Team Lead

As a Firmware Team Lead at Rockwell Automation's Sensing, Safety and Industrial Components Business, you will lead a small firmware development team of 5 to 10 developers, driving software enhancements and new product initiatives using Agile-Scrum methodology. Your day-to-day responsibilities include managing project deliverables, facilitating scrum processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams across the US, Europe, and Asia. You will develop embedded software on low-cost/low-power microcontrollers and ASICs, participate in code reviews, and maintain adherence to budgets and schedules. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 7+ years of firmware development experience, and expertise in C programming for real-time environments, secure coding practices, and communication protocols like RS-232, USB, and Ethernet.

What you'll do

  • Lead firmware development for new product initiatives using Agile-Scrum methodology.
  • Manage and mentor a small firmware team of 5-10 developers to ensure high performance.
  • Define project specifications, success criteria, and priorities with stakeholders.
  • Develop embedded software on low-cost/low-power microcontrollers and ASICs.
  • Author architecture level design documents for scalable product platforms.

What we're looking for

  • At least 2 years of management experience in technical leadership roles.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required.
  • 7+ years of firmware development experience with C code for real-time embedded systems.
  • Experience with Agile methodology and version control systems.
  • Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and cryptographic protocols.
  • Proficiency in RS-232, USB, Ethernet communication protocols and embedded peripherals.

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