TN Visa Firmware Engineer Jobs
Firmware Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Computer Systems Analyst and Engineer categories. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry the same day an offer is confirmed. Mexican citizens need a consular appointment. Embedded systems, RTOS experience, and C/C++ proficiency are common employer requirements.
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With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality. Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market. At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us. Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.
Reports To
Sr. Manager, Power Electronics Firmware
What You Will Be Doing
ChargePoint is looking for an experienced Power Electronics Controls and Firmware Engineer with more than seven years of hands-on expertise in developing embedded firmware for power control applications. The preferred candidate will excel as an individual contributor supporting our rapid growth. Advanced skills in writing C code for microcontrollers, DSPs, as well as FPGAs. Candidates with a background in power electronics systems and familiarity with renewable energy, electric vehicle charging, or energy storage technologies are highly valued. We are seeking someone with strong capabilities in Control Engineering and Power Electronics for next-generation fast-charging solutions.
What You Will Bring to ChargePoint
- Design and implement embedded control systems for power factor correction (PFC), grid-tie, grid-forming inverters, bidirectional chargers, DC/DC converters, and related power electronics.
- Stay updated on advancements in digital control technologies and controllers.
- Validate design concepts through both computer simulations and hands-on laboratory testing.
- Create automated test cases for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) modelling and testing, where applicable.
- Perform board bring-up activities and develop device drivers for communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, and SPI.
- Contribute to specification development, participate in design reviews, and carry out unit testing.
- Ensure a thorough understanding of safety and regulatory requirements for power converters used in fast charging applications.
- Guarantee compliance with relevant regulatory and safety standards, including UL, IEC, and SAE.
Requirements
- 6+ years of proven experience developing Power Electronics products
- 6+ years of programming experience in C/C++, Assembly for 32-bit controllers, DSP, and Python for scripting and automation
- Demonstrated experience implementing control code for power converters without relying on code generation tools.
- Strong experience in designing controllers (such as PI, PR, droop, etc.), modelling, and simulation using tools such as PLECS, MATLAB, and Simulink, as well as lab tests.
- Extensive background in designing FW that requires accurate timing within a real-time programming environment, including PLL, timers, PWMs, etc.
- Strong experience in developing algorithms for harmonics cancellation using feedback approaches.
- Solid background in developing embedded firmware for real-time systems using C/C++.
- Strong grasp of power electronics principles, including control techniques for inverters, rectifiers, and DC-DC converters (LLC, CLLC, DAB, PFC chargers, DC/DC, inverters, etc.).
- Experience working with grid-tie inverter systems (solar, BESS, EVSE, etc.).
- Solid hands-on experience in high-power labs, with the ability to debug hardware issues related to firmware functions in power converters.
- Skilled in programming microcontrollers and using peripherals like timers, PWM, interrupts, GPIOs, ADC, UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and Ethernet; experience with TI C2000 DSP family is a plus.
- Familiar with version control systems such as Git and SVN.
- Experience in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, including testbed setup, real-time simulation, plant modelling, hardware interfaces, test scripting, fault injection, and test result analysis.
- Proven skills in debugging complex firmware issues using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and debuggers.
- Experience working with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Proficient in FPGA programming and simulation techniques
Location
Campbell, CA
ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $200,000 to $230,000. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status. If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly. ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at accommodations@chargepoint.com.
ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.
About us
With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality. Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market. At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us. Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.
Reports To
Sr. Manager, Power Electronics Firmware
What You Will Be Doing
ChargePoint is looking for an experienced Power Electronics Controls and Firmware Engineer with more than seven years of hands-on expertise in developing embedded firmware for power control applications. The preferred candidate will excel as an individual contributor supporting our rapid growth. Advanced skills in writing C code for microcontrollers, DSPs, as well as FPGAs. Candidates with a background in power electronics systems and familiarity with renewable energy, electric vehicle charging, or energy storage technologies are highly valued. We are seeking someone with strong capabilities in Control Engineering and Power Electronics for next-generation fast-charging solutions.
What You Will Bring to ChargePoint
- Design and implement embedded control systems for power factor correction (PFC), grid-tie, grid-forming inverters, bidirectional chargers, DC/DC converters, and related power electronics.
- Stay updated on advancements in digital control technologies and controllers.
- Validate design concepts through both computer simulations and hands-on laboratory testing.
- Create automated test cases for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) modelling and testing, where applicable.
- Perform board bring-up activities and develop device drivers for communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, and SPI.
- Contribute to specification development, participate in design reviews, and carry out unit testing.
- Ensure a thorough understanding of safety and regulatory requirements for power converters used in fast charging applications.
- Guarantee compliance with relevant regulatory and safety standards, including UL, IEC, and SAE.
Requirements
- 6+ years of proven experience developing Power Electronics products
- 6+ years of programming experience in C/C++, Assembly for 32-bit controllers, DSP, and Python for scripting and automation
- Demonstrated experience implementing control code for power converters without relying on code generation tools.
- Strong experience in designing controllers (such as PI, PR, droop, etc.), modelling, and simulation using tools such as PLECS, MATLAB, and Simulink, as well as lab tests.
- Extensive background in designing FW that requires accurate timing within a real-time programming environment, including PLL, timers, PWMs, etc.
- Strong experience in developing algorithms for harmonics cancellation using feedback approaches.
- Solid background in developing embedded firmware for real-time systems using C/C++.
- Strong grasp of power electronics principles, including control techniques for inverters, rectifiers, and DC-DC converters (LLC, CLLC, DAB, PFC chargers, DC/DC, inverters, etc.).
- Experience working with grid-tie inverter systems (solar, BESS, EVSE, etc.).
- Solid hands-on experience in high-power labs, with the ability to debug hardware issues related to firmware functions in power converters.
- Skilled in programming microcontrollers and using peripherals like timers, PWM, interrupts, GPIOs, ADC, UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and Ethernet; experience with TI C2000 DSP family is a plus.
- Familiar with version control systems such as Git and SVN.
- Experience in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, including testbed setup, real-time simulation, plant modelling, hardware interfaces, test scripting, fault injection, and test result analysis.
- Proven skills in debugging complex firmware issues using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and debuggers.
- Experience working with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Proficient in FPGA programming and simulation techniques
Location
Campbell, CA
ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $200,000 to $230,000. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status. If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly. ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at accommodations@chargepoint.com.
ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.
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Align your credentials to TN Engineer categories
TN visa status for Firmware Engineers typically requires a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Gather your transcripts and, if your degree title is non-standard, a credential evaluation letter that maps your field of study to a qualifying USMCA category.
Target employers with embedded hardware products
Companies shipping physical products with onboard processors, medical devices, automotive ECUs, consumer electronics, have recurring firmware headcount and understand TN sponsorship logistics. Filter job searches by industry, not just job title, to find employers whose product roadmap demands dedicated firmware staff.
Clarify TN eligibility before negotiating an offer
TN status requires that your role genuinely fits a qualifying USMCA category. Before you accept an offer, ask your hiring manager to confirm the job description references engineering-level responsibilities. A title of 'Firmware Developer' without degree-level duties can create problems at the port of entry or consulate.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready firmware roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify Firmware Engineer openings at employers already familiar with TN sponsorship. Narrowing your search to those employers cuts the time you spend educating hiring teams on USMCA requirements during the offer stage.
Prepare a TN support letter that maps your work to the visa category
Your employer's support letter must connect your specific firmware responsibilities to the qualifying USMCA occupation. A letter that describes generic software tasks rather than embedded systems engineering work gives a CBP officer or consular officer reason to question the classification.
Understand the port-of-entry process if you are Canadian
Canadian citizens adjudicate TN status at the border with no visa stamp required. Bring your employer support letter, degree credential, and job offer documentation. CBP can approve or deny on the spot, so your paperwork must clearly support the Engineer classification before you travel.
Firmware Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Firmware Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the role fits within a recognized USMCA professional category such as Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer. The job duties must require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field like electrical engineering or computer engineering. Roles that blend firmware with general software development are still qualifying as long as engineering-level responsibilities dominate the position.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Firmware Engineers?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no USCIS petition for Canadian applicants, approval can happen the same day at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires a lottery selection, a full USCIS petition, and months of processing time. For a Firmware Engineer with a qualifying degree and a clean-cut job offer, TN is almost always faster and more predictable than H-1B.
How can I find Firmware Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate specializes in TN visa job listings and lets you filter specifically for roles compatible with USMCA sponsorship. Searching through a general job board often means reaching out to employers who have never processed TN status, which adds friction during offer negotiations. Focusing on employers already familiar with TN logistics saves significant time in your search.
What documents do I need to apply for TN status as a Firmware Engineer?
You need a signed employer support letter describing your job duties and linking the role to a USMCA qualifying occupation, your degree transcripts or diploma, and proof of Canadian or Mexican citizenship. Mexican citizens also need a valid TN visa stamp from a U.S. consulate before traveling. CBP reviews all of these at the port of entry for Canadian applicants.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Firmware Engineer?
Yes, but you must secure a new employer offer and initiate a new TN filing before starting work with the new company. Canadian citizens can present new documentation at a port of entry or apply for a change of status through USCIS. Your existing TN status does not automatically transfer, and you cannot begin work with the new employer until the new TN is approved.