Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. **THE ROLE:** For our Manufacturing Plant in Montecchio Maggiore (VI) with over 800 employees, we are seeking a Firmware Engineer that will join a team of 10 Engineers in the R&D department. The person will participate in the design, development, and testing of embedded electronic devices to control electrical motors or electro-pumps in the field of pumping, heating and air conditioning (HVAC) applications. **Responsibilities:** + Participates in the design, development, debugging, and testing of embedded firmware for electronic boards used in Variable Frequency Drives or Custom control units, by using programming languages (C, C++, C#, Visual Basic, etc.). + Support the Hardware Electronic team in the design and debug of such electronic boards. + Collaborate with Product engineering in defining special product requirements and design features (participate in project teams) + Support the Quality Assurance team in defining the test specification and requirement for firmware validation + Supports Application and After Sales Engineers in identifying potential application issues and in defining relevant solutions + Develops product documentation for standard products, for special customer requests and manage specific customer project files + Participates in team activities related to product development, performances improvement, cost reduction and quality improvement **Soft skills:** + Build through teamwork + Open-minded, positive approach and inclined to work in an inter-functional development environment. + Proactive in expressing own opinions and confront with those of others, with good communication skills and willingness to find innovative solutions + Ability to work by objectives with particular attention to details and timing commitment. + Agile mindset. + Acceptance and mastering of the continuous improvement approach. **Mandatory Requirements** + At least **3-4** **y** **ears of experience** in firmware development in the electronic field. Experience in variable frequency drives development or motor control software development would constitute a plus. + Bachelor's Degree in **Electronic/Electrical Engineering** or equivalent curricula + Experience with C, C++ on embedded systems (microcontrollers) + Experience with signal processing and communication protocols is required. + Good level of English + Fluent in Italian (written and spoken) **Preferred requirement (not mandatory):** + Knowledge of other programming languages such as Python or C# would constitute a plus + Knowledge of Matlab language and experience with electronic simulation software would constitute a plus. + Familiar with versioning tools such as SVN or GIT (BitBucket and Jira integration) + Experience in Automated tests and CI/CD (continuous Integration/Continuous delivery) processes + Previous experience in the electromechanical industry would be preferred. **TRAVEL:** occasionally travels to Italy/ Europe **LOCATION** : Montecchio Maggiore (VI) **SMART WORKING** : 2 days per week (after 3 months training) **BENEFIT** : Company bonus + canteen Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.