Firmware Engineer, Python, Embedded Linux

Torus

. Develop firmware features across energy storage product lines, including telemetry, control loops, cloud connectivity, and hardware abstraction layers .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Utah • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $135,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and optimizing embedded firmware applications, with strong proficiency in Python and real-time systems. Capable of collaborating across teams to ensure system integration and interoperability while adhering to quality standards.

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Embedded Software DevelopmentPython ProficiencyReal-Time Embedded SystemsSerial Communication ProtocolsSystem Integration

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Hard Skills

Firmware DevelopmentEmbedded LinuxMulti-ThreadingInter-Process CommunicationTiming ConstraintsTroubleshooting Hardware IntegrationTelemetryControl LoopsCloud ConnectivityAutomated Testing

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

YoctoModbusRS-485I²CCANEthernetAWS IoTMQTTDockerBalena

Industry Keywords

Energy Storage SystemsIoT Device ManagementFleet OTARemote DiagnosticsVPP ProgramsDemand ResponseUtility Interconnection StandardsIEEE 1547UL 1741CI/CD Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDockerIoTLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop firmware features across energy storage product lines, including telemetry, control loops, cloud connectivity, and hardware abstraction layers
Own system integration and work with hardware, data, and software teams to ensure interoperability across the full stack
Drive quality through design reviews, automated testing, and documentation
Debug and optimize real-time embedded applications and serial communication interfaces in the field and lab
Support scaling operations through deployment tooling, remote monitoring, and root-cause analysis of field issues across a growing fleet
Participate in the on-call rotation for escalated technical issues
Translate architectural direction from the Firmware Architect into production-grade firmware
Report to the Head of Embedded Systems
Collaborate on systems connecting Modbus device registers to customer dashboard data

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or equivalent practical experience
2-5+ years of hands-on experience developing commercial embedded software or firmware applications
Strong Python proficiency and real production experience running Python on Embedded Linux (Yocto or similar)
Solid understanding of serial communication protocols—RS-485, Modbus, I²C, CAN, Ethernet
Experience with real-time embedded systems: multi-threading, inter-process communication, timing constraints
Ability to read schematics and PCB layouts to troubleshoot hardware integration issues
Must be available during MT business hours
Applicants must already have legal authorization to work in the US without requiring employer sponsorship
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required
Must pass a background check
Must be able to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute the job
When on the production floor, must wear required personal protective equipment
When on the production floor, ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings
Preferred: Experience with IoT device management at scale, including fleet OTA and remote diagnostics
Preferred: Familiarity with AWS IoT, MQTT, or data telemetry pipelines
Preferred: Exposure to energy storage systems, inverters, or grid-connected hardware
Preferred: Knowledge of VPP programs, demand response, or utility interconnection standards (IEEE 1547, UL 1741)
Preferred: Experience with containerized embedded deployments (Docker/Balena on Linux targets)
Preferred: CI/CD practices in embedded or hardware-adjacent environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance with options to purchase additional coverage
Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance
Choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans with Torus covering 50% of medical premiums
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Telehealth services
Mental health support and coaching
Exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more
Unlimited discretionary PTO
10 paid company holidays
Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave
Regular company-wide offsites
Torus branded gear
Peer Recognition Program
Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks