Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and leading provider of solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging products.
Founded in 2006, Enphase transformed the solar industry with our revolutionary microinverter technology, which turns sunlight into a safe, reliable, resilient, and scalable source of energy to power our lives.
Today, the Enphase Energy System helps people make, use, save, and sell their own power.
Enphase is also one of the fastest growing and innovative clean energy companies in the world, with approximately 68 million products installed across more than 145 countries.We are building teams that are designing, developing, and manufacturing next-generation energy technologies, and our work environment is fast-paced, fun, and full of exciting new projects.If you are passionate about advancing a more sustainable future, this is the perfect time to join Enphase!Enphase is seeking a highly effective and driven Firmware Engineering Manager to join our high-performing team based at our Research and Development Center located in Middleton, Christchurch.You will be working in a team of engineers who are tasked to design, enhance, and test new system components to maximize the effectiveness of our energy harvesting, energy storage, and energy management product range.About the role:Lead the development and integration of firmware for system components within a growing ecosystem.Ensure all components meet strict industry standards and regulatory requirements.Design and implement reliable, high-performing firmware solutions.Develop and maintain communication protocols between system components.Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration.Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers.Troubleshoot and resolve complex firmware issues.Optimize firmware for performance, memory usage, and power consumption.Develop and execute test plans to ensure firmware quality and reliability.Remain up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies in embedded systems.Document firmware design, development processes, and best practices.Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure timely completion.Participate in system architecture design and contribute to technical roadmaps.Ensure security and robustness of firmware against potential threats.Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.What you bring:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.12+ years of experience in firmware development for embedded systems.Proven experience leading firmware projects and teams, including capturing and documenting requirements.Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming languages.In-depth knowledge of microcontrollers, microprocessors, and embedded operating systems.Experience with communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN.Familiarity with hardware design and debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.
).Understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and their application in embedded systems.Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.Excellent documentation and communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.Experience in developing high-reliability code and tests.What would make you stand out?Proven performance in a similar role, in a Research and Development environment.Experience with power electronics systems.Experience with 32-bit ARM processors and 8-bit 8051 processors.Experience with UL1998, UL1741, IEEE1547 and other standards.Familiarity with automated test scripts/setups using Python.Employee Benefits:Restricted stock units in offer.Wellbeing and insurance benefits for you and your family.Annual performance reviews.Opportunities for career growth and development.Working in a well-equipped laboratory and facility.Enphase Energy NZ is currently only considering candidates for this role with New Zealand permanent residency or citizenship.Questions?
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