Lead engineer - embedded sw development

Job Description Summary As a Lead Engineer – Embedded SW Development (LPB2), you will be a technical cornerstone in the development and evolution of the Mark VIe control platform. Operating within a global, cross-functional environment, you will drive the design, implementation, and optimization of firmware for state-of-the-art power generation control systems. You will provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architectural guidance to ensure the reliability and performance of embedded software — all while embodying the GE Vernova Way through a relentless focus on safety, integrity, customer impact, and continuous learning.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities Technical Leadership :  Translate high-level system requirements into robust firmware architectures and low-level design specifications. Full-Cycle Development:  Lead the design, coding, testing, and debugging of mission-critical system software for the Mark VIe platform. Performance Optimization:  Analyze and enhance the efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources to meet stringent power generation requirements. Validation & Integration:  Integrate new product designs and collaborate with firmware test teams to develop, perform, and oversee formal design verification and validation (V&V) plans. Quality Assurance:  Lead high-quality technical reviews, including detailed design, source code, unit test frameworks, and requirement documentation. Cross-Functional Collaboration:  Serve as a primary interface between hardware design, systems engineering, and product teams. Continuous Improvement:  Champion automated unit and regression testing initiatives; foster a culture of continuous improvement in both product quality and development processes. Lifecycle Management:  Manage software throughout the entire product development lifecycle, from project initiation and design to release and long-term maintenance. Assessment:  Evaluate and integrate third-party and open-source software components while maintaining compliance with cybersecurity standards.

Qualifications/Requirements

Education:  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Experience:  5-8 years of professional experience in embedded software programming, with a demonstrated ability to perform hands-on development and complex troubleshooting on embedded targets. Technical Proficiency: Advanced C/C++ programming skills. microprocessor architectures. RTOS ), with a strong preference for QNX . Methodologies:  Proven experience in Agile development environments and automated unit testing for C/C++. Toolsets:  Proficiency in software configuration management tools, defect tracking systems, and peer-review processes. Communication:  Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record of working effectively in global, multi-functional teams.

Desired Characteristics

Domain Expertise:  Direct experience with Mark VIe control systems firmware development. Protocol Knowledge:  Experience working with industrial communication protocols (e.g., MODBUS, Profibus, Profinet, Foundation Fieldbus, CAN, Industrial Ethernet). Security Mindset:  Knowledge of secure software design and cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems. Leadership:  Demonstrated experience leading global programs and mentoring junior engineers. Versatility:  Exposure to C# development for tooling or utility applications is a strong plus. Initiative:  A self-starter mindset with the ability to navigate complex, cross-functional technical challenges autonomously.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes