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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Linux HMI/UI Engineer to design and develop user interfaces for our thermal control platform. This role requires both hands-on implementation and system-level design ownership of modern HMI solutions deployed on embedded Linux near real-time and other real-time systems.  HVAC specific knowledge is highly desired. 

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop HMI/UI applications for embedded Linux platforms using Qt (Widgets and/or QML)  
• Architect scalable, modular UI frameworks that integrate with system services via RESTful APIs  
• Collaborate with firmware, controls, and backend teams to define and evolve system interfaces  
• Translate product requirements into intuitive, responsive, and reliable user experiences  
• Optimize UI performance for constrained embedded environments (CPU, memory, GPU)  
• Implement robust error handling, diagnostics, and status visualization for system monitoring and control  
• Contribute to system architecture decisions, including UI/backend separation, data models, and communication layers  
• Other tasks and activities as required by management 

Requirements:

• Required Qualifications 
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)  
• Proven experience developing HMI/UI applications on embedded Linux platforms  
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs in UI applications  
• Solid understanding of software architecture principles (modularity, layering, separation of concerns)  
• Proficiency in C++ and familiarity with Linux system concepts (processes, IPC, networking)  
• Demonstrated ability to design maintainable, extensible UI systems-not just implement features 
• 3+ years of experience with Linux-based controls firmware development and testing
• 3+ years of experience abstracting and using C/C++ programming language 

Preferred Qualification: 

• Strong expertise in Qt framework (Qt5/Qt6, QML and/or Widgets)  
• Experience in HVAC, thermal systems, or industrial control environments  
• Familiarity with control systems, real-time data visualization, or telemetry-driven UI design  
• Experience with embedded graphics acceleration (OpenGL, EGL, GPU usage in Qt)  
• Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, CAN, MQTT)  
• Experience with secure communication and authentication (TLS, tokens, etc.)  
• Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, automated builds, embedded deployment pipelines) 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. 

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety.  Integrity.  Respect.  Teamwork.  Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  High-Performance Culture

Customer Focus

  Operational Excellence

  Innovation

  Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication 

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs.  Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.   

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com.

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