Principal Embedded Software Architect

Principal Embedded Software Architect – Eaton

Eaton’s ES AMER HQ division is currently seeking a Principal Embedded Software Architect. This position can be based at any of our facilities within the U.S. It will report directly to the Technical Director, Embedded Controls and Systems. Expected annual salary range: $ − $. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

• Redefine Systems Engineering: champion agile methodologies like TDD and BDD to revolutionize how Eaton builds mission‑critical embedded control systems for complex infrastructure.
• Lead CI/CD Innovation: apply cutting‑edge Continuous Integration and Deployment practices tailored for embedded platforms, guiding divisions through the adoption of scalable, efficient workflows.
• Prototype the Future: develop MVPs for embedded and control systems through TRL 4, integrating Customer Readiness Level (CRL) insights and direct stakeholder engagement to ensure market alignment.
• Architect with
  
  Purpose:
  
  design robust embedded architectures from microcontroller and SoC selection to software stack strategy — all aligned with Eaton’s strategic goals and digital ambitions.
• Influence and Inspire: collaborate across divisions and commercial teams to drive adoption of systems engineering solutions, influencing both internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor Engineering Excellence: coach and empower engineering teams across the globe, fostering standardization, in‑sourcing, and technical mastery.
• Build Talent Pipelines: create and deliver training programs that elevate embedded software engineers in TDD and modern design practices.
• Shape the Road Ahead: co‑develop Eaton’s 5‑year technology roadmap for controls and embedded systems, driving the integration of emerging technologies and digital capabilities.

You’ll be at the forefront of Eaton’s mission to electrify everything – from smart grids to sustainable transportation – by enabling intelligent, resilient, and scalable control systems. Your work will directly impact how energy is managed, optimised, and delivered across industries.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 10 years of experience designing hierarchical control systems, with a focus on high‑performance embedded and distributed industrial applications.
• Minimum 10 years of hands‑on expertise in embedded controls development, including:
• Control system design and implementation.
• Communication protocols (design, standards, and integration).
• Multi‑controller systems and middleware.
• System‑level architecture, analysis, diagnostics, and testing.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment, immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F‑1 to H‑1B, H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, I‑485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of any Eaton facility in the U.S. will be considered.
• Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 7 years of leadership experience in managing high‑complexity agile software projects with an emphasis on embedded and complex systems; additional prior experience with Waterfall and other development methodologies is preferred.

• Understand how to track and report embedded development team performance metrics.
• Continuous integration/Continuous Test.
• Test‑driven development and design.
• Experience with Renode.
• Experience with Zephyr RTOS.
• Event‑driven architecture patterns and anti‑patterns.
• Deep understanding of SOLID, Twelve Factor Apps, and the twelve principles and four values of agile development.

• Mentor and train junior engineers in new standards and practices.
• Promote modern software engineering practices throughout the organization.
• Educate and evangelise new practices to senior engineers.
• Create and maintain small, elite, cross‑functional teams within different Eaton lines of business.
• Observe, assess, and communicate…