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DSP Firmware Engineer
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Develops and implements C/C++ embedded firmware and DSP control algorithms for UPS and power converters, covering architecture, testing, and collaboration with hardware engineers. Also mentors junior colleagues and maintains existing products.
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DSP Firmware Engineer
We are currently looking for a DSP Firmware Engineer to join our dynamic team in Zagreb, Croatia!
As a member of Vertiv's Single Phase UPS team in Zagreb, you will be a part of a team of competent and collaborative colleagues, working on innovative projects in a stimulating workplace, where you will be able to develop your skills and expertise. You will help us to ensure that our products meet high design, development, and production quality, drive the development and implementation of code for embedded devices and power converters. Be involved in overall software development cycle, including initial specifications and architecture design. Collaborate with power electronics, hardware and test engineers to develop innovative solutions for UPS.
What kind of work will you be doing?
- Software development and implementation
- Delivery of C/C++ code for embedded real-time computing systems
- Software architecture design
- DSP algorithm design for power converters based on GaN, SiC and Si technologies
- Definition and realization of complex technological and innovative projects
- Participation in the maintenance of existing products, including diagnosis and troubleshooting
- Collaboration with hardware and test engineers on the implementation and testing of new devices
- Code optimization
- Responsibility for revision control and documentation (Git)
- Design reviews
- Ensuring software quality and performance according to project requirements
- Creation of test specifications
- Software testing, examination and validation
- Experience in the design of FPGA algorithms for power converters is an advantage
- Mentoring junior colleagues within the team
Qualifications:
- Bachelor or Master Degree in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering
- Minimum 5+ years of experience
- Fluency in software fundamentals including software design and maintainability
- Strong programming skills in C/C++, knowledge of Code Composer Studio development environment
- Knowledge of control theory and digital signal processing
- Experience in developing UPS and power converters is preferred
- Knowledge of working in the Vivado software tool is an advantage
- Having a good mathematical foundation
- Integration, problem solving and debugging skills
- Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts
- Ability to solve problems, proactivity and focus on results
- English minimum B2 level
Who are we?
At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
What do we offer?
- Access to internal training and external development opportunities
- Coverage of public transportation costs
- UNIQA supplementary health insurance for added security
- Special occasion bonuses (Easter, Christmas, performance-based rewards, and child-related bonuses)
- Free annual health check-up to support your well-being (Croatia Osiguranje)
- Opportunity to sign up for a Multisport card for an active lifestyle
- Fresh fruit delivered 2 times per week for a healthy start to the week
- Referral bonuses as a thank-you for helping us grow our team
- Financial support for new parents with a non-taxable baby bonus
- Assistance in difficult times with a non-taxable allowance for the loss of an immediate family member
- Professional development through mentorship and training
- International teams and dynamic environment
- Contribution to projects of high technical complexity with modern technical challenges
- Full creative and professional freedom
- Flexible working hours
- Positive, casual, friendly, team-based working atmosphere
- Focus on competence development
If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career into a healthy and growing environment!
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- High-Performance Culture
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS
- Own It
- Act With Urgency
- Foster a Customer-First Mindset
- Think Big and Execute
- Lead by Example
- Drive Continuous Improvement
- Learn and Seek Out Development
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