Chapter Leader Firmware

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This Position reports to:

R&D Global Unit Lead

Your role and responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chapter Leader to join our Firmware Department in Protection & Switching Agile Unit, ELSP. The candidate will be responsible for leading teams in a multicultural environment across countries, driving technical excellence, and fostering a culture of innovation. This role will involve collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop and implement firmware solutions in low voltage devices, such as breakers and transfer switches.

The work model for the role is: hybrid.

This role is contributing to the Electrification Smart Power globally.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and mentor a team of firmware engineers in a multicultural environment, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to inform strategic decisions and to ensure required skills are developed.
- Align the development framework with current and upcoming standards and regulations, often aiming at specific certifications.
- Drive best practices in firmware development, including coding standards, documentation, and testing methodologies.
- Ensure code quality expertise, including static code analysis and code reviews, is applied to maintain high standards in firmware development.
- Be part of a broader community of Chapter Leaders within ABB Electrification Business to share knowledge, best practices, and foster collaboration.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in firmware development, with a strong understanding of embedded systems.
- People management experience, demonstrating the ability to manage, develop and inspire team.
- Familiarity with GIT and DevOps practices.
- Familiarity with communication protocols.
- Proficient in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python.
- Expertise in code quality practices, including static code analysis and code reviews.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What’s in it for you?

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward.

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

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