Job Description
The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership
With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.
At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!
Software Engineer
Location: Bradenton, FL
Base Salary Rate: $97,652.00 to $114,885.00
Job type: Full-time
About This Role
Kidde Global Solutions has an exciting opportunity for an innovative and detail-oriented Software Engineer to join our team. This role involves designing, developing, and implementing cutting-edge software and firmware solutions that align with our business objectives. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create seamless, scalable, and user-focused products.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain fire and safety products, ensuring high performance, responsiveness, and scalability.
• Design life safety products localized to market requirements the world over.
• Complete conceptual, architectural, detailed design, and test documentation.
• Develop a life safety system or component from concept and release design to production within short time spans.
• Work closely with hardware, software, research, sourcing, manufacturing, marketing, compliance, and quality group members within and outside of the project team.
• Design to global regulatory requirements.
• Leverage and manage low-cost resource options, and work with remote teams to ensure consistency, compliance, and project success.
• Participate in compliance-driven culture within the engineering team.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years’ experience as a Software Engineer using CAN, IP based networking and protocols in applications.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer or Software Engineering or Computer Science
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles as they relate to software and firmware development.
• Understanding of real-time systems, operating systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Highly energetic and success-driven team player.
• Self-directed and able to tackle new projects and ideas.
• Ability to persist and succeed with cross-cultural communication on technical issues.
• Strong technical skills and analytical proficiency.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, and superior follow-up and follow-through skills
• Must be a strong team player, action-oriented, and a highly motivated self-starter. Bring a positive, can-do attitude to the workplace every day.
• Can personally adaptable, and able to perform well under pressure.
• Proficiency in software development languages (e.g., Python, C/C++).
• Knowledge of database systems (SQLite, SQL).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience with regulatory agencies.
• Experience with Fire Products/Markets
Compensation and Benefits
Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.
World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety
Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.
Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
