Staff Engineer, Firmware

About the role We are seeking a highly effective and driven Staff Firmware Engineer to join our high‑performing Research and Development Center located in Middleton, Christchurch. What you will do Designing and implementing embedded software for real‑time operation and control. Simulating new algorithms for autonomous microgrid power flow management. Developing unit and system test software. Validating algorithms using system simulation tools. Working with hardware engineers to test and troubleshoot prototype designs. Firmware testing. Who you are and what you bring Expertise in C++, C, and Assembly for real‑time applications. Able to understand and implement digital signal processing (DSP) concepts in a microprocessor environment. Familiarity with evaluating CPU versus hardware processing requirements and trade‑offs for cost‑effective designs. Ability to troubleshoot firmware related issues within complex systems. Ability to test code and hardware both with and without external test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power meters, etc. Familiarity with software development processes such as Agile, Structured, Object Oriented, etc. Familiarity with development tools such as GCC, GDB, Eclipse, GNU Make, etc. Familiarity with software code management tools such as GIT, Mercurial, etc. Ability to carry a design task from concept to implementation. Ability to document engineering requirements, document solutions, and test new firmware designs. Qualification and Previous Experience B.Eng in electrical, mechatronic, computing or equivalent. 5+ years related experience. What would make you stand out Experience implementing systems compliant to JEM1498 or other Japanese standards. Proven performance, in a similar role, in a Research and Development environment. Exposure to interrupt services and drivers in embedded software control. Experience with power electronics systems. Experience with solar inverters. Experience with 32‑bit ARM processors and 8‑bit 8051 processors. Experience with UL1741, IEEE1547 and other solar‑related standards. Familiarity with automated test scripts/setup, using Python. Employee Benefits Stock as part of your total compensation. Bonus plan. Well‑being 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. Visa Requirements Enphase Energy NZ is currently only considering candidates for this role with New Zealand permanent residency or citizenship. #J-18808-Ljbffr