Sr Advanced Embedded Engineer

Job Description Senior Advanced Embedded Engineer We have an opportunity for a Senior Advanced Embedded Engineer with strong expertise in fire system development to join our team at Honeywell, in Leicester . You will play a critical role in the design and development of embedded firmware for fire alarm control panels, ensuring compliance with EN54 standards and customer requirements.

This is a hybrid role, 3 days at the office + 2 days work from home model, with flexibility required to work onsite as per project requirements. This role will include around 20% international travel. Honeywell Honeywell Building Automation is transforming the way every building operates to help improve the quality of life for the people who use them. With a portfolio featuring software, hardware and services, Honeywell takes an outcome-focused approach to help building owners and operators improve safety and security, energy and operational efficiencies to create a better building experience.

Helping to Transform Buildings to be Safer and More Operationally and Energy Efficient. Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded firmware for fire panel subsystems in line with EN54 and customer requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fire regulatory standards (EN54).
• Investigate and resolve complex customer issues with a focus on root cause analysis.
• Troubleshoot hardware and firmware issues as required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware/firmware integration.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including DevSecOps practices and advanced software testing methods (static and dynamic).

Key Skills And Qualifications

• Degree in engineering (electronics or computer science) with 10+ years of embedded software development in C/C++
• Strong experience with operating systems (FreeRTOS, Linux) and communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, RS485, RS232)
• Skilled in hardware–firmware integration, debugging tools, microcontroller platforms and EMI/EMC‑robust firmware design
• Proficient with GitHub, UML/class sequence diagrams, and CI/DevSecOps practices including static and dynamic testing
• Excellent communication, presentation and leadership abilities, with solid understanding of electronic and electrical interfaces.

Our Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge fire safety technologies with global impact.
• A collaborative and innovative environment within a world-leading technology company.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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About Us Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.