R&D Engineer – Embedded Firmware (80 - 100%) f/m/d — ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Quartino
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Chapter Lead
- At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
- You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
- Your responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and debug embedded C firmware for UPS power supply systems using FreeRTOS on ARM Cortex and TI microcontroller platforms, including hardware abstraction layers and interfaces such as GPIO, interrupts, timers, and communication protocols.
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and debug embedded C firmware for UPS power supply systems using FreeRTOS on ARM Cortex and TI microcontroller platforms, including hardware abstraction layers and interfaces such as GPIO, interrupts, timers, and communication protocols.
- Build and execute automated and integration tests using gTest or similar frameworks, applying best practices for code quality, maintainability, and compliance with standards such as EU CRA and IEC 62443.
- Collaborate with design, testing, and cybersecurity teams to deliver reliable firmware, and use Git, build systems, and CI/CD practices to support efficient software development and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrate ownership, clear communication, and attention to detail while continuously learning and contributing within an Agile engineering environment. Your background Degree in
- Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field , with 3–5 years of embedded systems or firmware development experience .
- Strong embedded C /C++ skills; experience with Python or another scripting language is a plus.
- Knowledge of ARM Cortex, TI microcontrollers, FreeRTOS , and embedded communication protocols such as SPI, UART, I2C, RS485, Modbus, or CAN.
- Hands-on experience with hardware debugging, firmware integration, Git, build systems, and structured software development practices.
- Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Ethernet/IP, CAN, or IEC 61850 , and with HMI panels or HMI design tools .
Application process
- Our UPS Product Line improves energy efficiency, reliability, and security for critical applications worldwide.
- We value people from different backgrounds and welcome applications from candidates who want to help shape a more sustainable and resilient future.
- This recruitment process is led by Pedro Labian, Talent Acquisition Partner at ABB Switzerland.
- Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative.
- That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
- Ready to make an impact?
- today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Additional details
- Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to:
- Demonstrate ownership, clear communication, and attention to detail while continuously learning and contributing within an Agile engineering environment.
- Fluent in English and Italian language skills and Agile experience are considered a plus.
- Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Notes and original content
- Join us and help run what runs the world.
- This position reports to:
- Chapter Lead
- Your background
- More about us
Questions about this listing
What salary does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) lists CHF 51'500 - 88'000 gross per year for this position in Quartino. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
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