Embedded Firmware Developer

MANDATORY CRITERIA:

• Education: B.Tech / M.Tech in ECE / CSE / IT
• Experience: 10–12 years in hardware board design, system hardware engineering, and full product deployment cycles
• Proven expertise in digital, analog, and power electronic circuit analysis & design
• Strong hands-on experience designing boards with SoCs, FPGAs, CPLDs, and MPSoC architectures
• Deep understanding of signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and high-speed design considerations
• Must have successfully completed at least two hardware product development cycles from high-level design to final deployment
• Ability to independently handle schematic design, design analysis (DC drop, SI), and cross-team design reviews
• Experience in sourcing & procurement of electronic components, PCBs, and mechanical parts for embedded/IoT/industrial hardware
• Strong experience in board bring-up, debugging, issue investigation, and cross-functional triage with firmware/software teams
• Expertise in hardware validation, test planning, test execution, equipment selection, debugging, and report preparation
• Proficiency in Cadence Allegro or Altium EDA tools (mandatory)
• Experience coordinating with layout, mechanical, SI, EMC, manufacturing, and supply chain teams
• Strong understanding of manufacturing services, production pricing models, supply chain, and logistics for electronics/electromechanical components

DESCRIPTION:

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

The company is a semiconductor and embedded system design company with a focus on Embedded, Turnkey ASICs, Mixed Signal IP, Semiconductor & Product Engineering and IoT solutions catering to Aerospace & Defence, Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Medical and Networking & Telecommunications.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Extensive experience in hardware board designs and towards multiple product field deployment cycles.
• Strong foundation and expertise in analyzing digital, Analog and power electronic circuits.
• Proficient with SoC, FPGAs, CPLD and MPSOC architecture-based board designs.
• Knowledgeable in signal integrity, EMI/EMC concepts for digital and power electronics.
• Completed at least two project from high-level design to final product level deployment.
• Capable of independently managing product’s schematic, design analysis DC Drop, Signal Integrity, and coordinating reviews with peer of layout, mechanical, SI, and EMC teams.
• Sourcing and procurement of electronic components, PCBs, and mechanical parts for cutting-edge IoT, embedded, and industrial product development.
• Experienced in board bring-up, issue investigation, and triage in collaboration with firmware and software teams.
• Skilled in preparing hardware design documentation, validation test planning, identifying necessary test equipment, test development, execution, debugging, and report preparation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborative work with cross-functional teams, including post-silicon bench validation, BIOS, and driver development/QA.
• Hands-on experience with Cadence Allegro/Altium EDA tools is essential.
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages like Python and Perl, and experience in test automation is advantageous.
• Should have excellent exposure with coordination of Manufacturing Services, pricing model for production value supply chain & Logistics in electronics and electromechanical components domain.

 Internship Opportunity – Embedded Systems & IoT

Join our hands-on internship program designed for engineering students passionate about core tech. You'll work on real-time projects involving microcontrollers, sensors, RTOS, circuit design, and IoT protocols.

Gain exposure to AI-integrated embedded applications and build a strong project portfolio with mentorship and placement support.

Location: Bangalore (Hybrid/On-site)

Duration: 2–3 months

Eligibility: Final-year students and pre final year (ECE/EEE/CSE/Mechatronics)

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Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives through groundbreaking products and services ? Look no further! Protectol Health is a pioneering pharma-tech company with a holistic approach that spans conventional pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, nutrients, and business safety. Our dedication to the value of "Life matters" is not just a slogan – it's ingrained in every facet of our work culture and offerings.

With dedicated divisions in Pharma, Technology, Nutraceuticals, Nutriments, and Business Safety, we drive impactful research and development activities that redefine industries and touch lives. Our operational footprint extends across the GCC countries and India, allowing us to reach and transform communities on a grand scale.

If you're enthusiastic about creating a positive impact and wish to be a part of an organization that values and prioritizes lives, Protectol Health welcomes you. Join us in our mission to shape a healthier present and future. Your expertise and passion will find a meaningful home here.

Roles and Responsibilities

As an Embedded Firmware Engineer, you will be responsible for:

● Leading the firmware development for our product line of safety and medical devices.

● Designing, developing, testing, and maintaining embedded firmware.

● Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define software requirements, specifications, and architectures based on product requirements and industry standards.

● Implementing firmware solutions that comply with ATEX certification, IEC 61508, and Functional Safety (SIL standards) for devices used in hazardous locations.

● Conducting thorough testing and validation of firmware to ensure reliability, accuracy, and compliance with safety standards.

● Optimizing firmware for power efficiency and performance to meet the life of portable and battery-powered devices.

● Implement firmware algorithms for sensor calibration, data processing, and user interface interactions.

● Assisting in hardware-software integration, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure seamless functionality of the devices.

● Collaborating with Quality Assurance and Product Validation teams to ensure the highest quality of firmware deliverables.

● Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback to improve code quality and maintainability.

● Keeping abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and advancements in embedded systems for continuous improvement and innovation.

Skills and Qualifications:

● Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

● 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development for portable and wireless gas detectors and docking stations.

● Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages for embedded systems.

● Hands-on experience with a complete product development cycle is an add-on.

● Experience with STM32/STM8/ MSP430 or any other low-power microcontrollers for the development of low-powered devices.

● Experience in reading and optimizing analog data in various types of ADCs.

● Understanding of ATEX certification requirements and compliance.

● Understanding and practical experience with Functional Safety standards (SIL2/3 standards) in the development of safety-critical systems is an add-on.

● Experience with coding standards. (eg: Misra-C) Familiarity with System architectures and communication protocols like I2C, UART, SPI, etc. Knowledge of sleep modes and low-power optimization techniques for battery-operated devices.

● Experience in developing and using custom segment LCDs (TN, STN, etc.) used in battery-powered ultra-low power devices.

● Experience with software development tools, version control systems, and bug-tracking systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

● Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

● Advantages for individuals who thrive in a startup setting.

Work Culture

At Protectol Health, we prioritize our diverse and talented team. We offer flexible work arrangements and resources for well-being to support our employees' personal and professional growth. By putting people first, we attract and retain top talent and drive innovation toward our mission of improving health and well-being

Role: Sr. Principle Engineer -Firmware

Experience: 8 to 10 Yrs.

Job description:

Primary skills:

-        At least 8 years of working experience on embedded firmware development

-        Experience in multithreaded programming, network programming (wired and wireless protocols), real-time programming, cross-platform and cross-language development

-        Prior experience with overseeing board bring-up and validation

-        Hands-on experience on driver development for various sensors,Flash,PMIC

-        Working knowledge of communication protocols like UART, I2C, SPI, USB, Ethernet, etc

-        Product development experience with range of microcontroller/microprocessor architectures, adoption of bare-metal, RTOS and Linux operating systems on new platforms

-        Minimum 2+ years of experience doing hands-on software development in Bluetooth domain; application, framework, Bluetooth stack or drivers

-        Working Experience In display driver development with MIPI/LVDS/QSPI will be a value addition

-        Experience with hardware lab equipment such as digital scope, logic analyser and JTAG

-        Understanding of embedded development constraints and system performance

-        Hands-on Experience on System level integration

-        Experience with programming in C/C++/python

-        Experience in reading schematics

Secondary skills:

-        Version Control System

-        Working experience on BLE SoC like Nordic, Ambiq, Dailog

-        Bug Tracking

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Job Description:

• Ability to contribute as an independent developer
• Boot-Loader: Proficient in customization in u-boot for custom hardware
• Hands on experience with Cortex M series based architecture
• Linux Kernel: proficient in Linux device driver development and BSP development in YOCTO environment
• Programming language: Strong in C, particularly system software development
• Sound knowledge and experience of Linux OS and OS configurations
• Sound knowledge/ understanding on ARM architecture
• Strong Embedded Software background and Linux internals
• Experience of Designing and Architecture for Application and Middleware Development.

• Design and implement software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment
• Design, develop, code, test and debug system software
• Review code and design
• Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability and scalability of system resources
• Integrate and validate new product designs
• Support software QA and optimize I/O performance
• Provide post production support
• Interface with hardware design and development
• Assess third party and open source software

• Proven working experience in software engineering
• BS degree in Computer Science or Engineering
• Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets
• Solid programming experience in C or C++
• Proven experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems
• Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review
• Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces and hardware subsystems
• Adequate knowledge of reading schematics and data sheets for components
• Strong documentation and writing skills

Develop, design, and implement embedded applications.

· Prepares appropriate documentation as required by internal product development processes

· Conducts and participates in design, code and test reviews and inspections, as well as the feasibility, efficacy and compliance to functional and regulatory standards.

· Works closely with the software team, the software verification team, the functional manager and the project manager.

· Collaborates with distributed, cross-functional teams to ensure products meet quality, performance, scalability, reliability and schedule goals.

· Investigates software, hardware, and system problems using a variety of techniques and provides innovative solutions.

· Conduct and participate in reviews and inspections for all elements in the firmware lifecycle to ensure that our code quality and customer satisfaction goals are achieved

· Integrate and validate new product designs

· Provide post-production support

Skill Sets:

• B.Tech. / M.Tech. (any stream)

· Good knowledge in firmware development field with more than 3 years of experience

· Basic knowledge of software life cycle, algorithm and data structure.

· Excellent knowledge of OS, coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces and hardware subsystems

· Adequate knowledge of reading schematics and data sheets for components.

· Ability to understand the electrical schematics and work closely with electrical team.

· Experience with Real Time Operating Systems and Embedded Linux.

· Mode of network connectivity - good idea about GSM/GPRS, Wifi, Ethernet mode of connections. TCP, MQTT, HTTP mode of connection will be a big plus

· Protocols Like UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, MODBUS, TCP/IP, USB, Bluetooth.

· Experience in modules like Wi-Fi, BLE, Lora WAN, ZIGBEE, RF etc.

· Should have experience in working with TFT and LED displays.

· Extensive experience in micro-controller/microprocessor (like ARM Cortex M, ESP32, STM Chips, NXP, BeagleBone , ESP chips, BeagleBone black, STM Chips, Atmega chips etc.)

· Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review (GIT, SVN)

· History of driving project execution and timely delivery while ensuring a quality focus.

· Experience writing / interfacing with device drivers.

· Experience in Agile development processes and philosophies.

· Strong documentation and writing skills

Mandatory Skills:

· Basics of embedded system development

· Embedded C/C++

· Scripting Lang - Python

· Basics of wireless communication

· RTOS

· Strong Problem-Solving Skills

· Analytical Skills (Good Aptitude)

· Communication Skills

Job Description:

WLAN Linux Device Driver development (802.11ax preferred)

• WLAN Debugging
• WLAN Firmware development (802.11ac, 802.11n)
• Networking/Wireless Domain knowledge
• Hostapd, Supplicant
• Cross compiling/porting experience
• Performance optimization & Firmware enhancements

Must have Skills:

• 1-10 years of experience in Embedded Software Design, Implementation and testing
• Good knowledge of C or C++
• Basic knowledge in Scripting (Shell, Perl or Python)
• Proficiency in Problem Solving and Debugging skills
• Excellent team working skills
• Experience with version control e.g. GIT
• Basic experience of working in Linux OS
• Network Drivers
• WLAN Protocol Knowledge – 11n, 11ac
• WLAN Linux Device Drivers
• Hostpad, Supplicant
• WLAN Debugging
• Fluent in English

Desired Candidate Details:

• Design, development, and maintenance
• WLAN Stack development and debugging
• Feature Enhancements, Applications, Tools for SDKs
• Basic module level unit testing, System testing
• Providing support to technical documentation team and field application engineers
• Close collaboration with the Chipset Vendor on the Software Development
• Participations in the Product design and Software Design Documentation – High level / Module level / Low level design
• Troubleshooting software and architectural issues

We are looking for a seasoned Wireless LAN Software Engineer to join our Wireless & Networking team in Chennai, Pollachi, Kochi (Cochin), Gurugram, Manesar, Bengaluru (Bangalore). The candidate must be an experienced Engineer and a good team player, who will work on Wireless software solutions which will enable us to develop the products for our customers quickly with industry leading quality. Working with Embedded Software in agile development projects, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining software of Wireless Access Point and Router Products including Module design, Development, JIRA Updates and Unit testing of the Software that is meeting industry standards, creating demos of the solution and customer support.

• Very strong knowledge in Embedded C including
• Data structures
• Function pointers
• Bitwise operations
• Experience with Finite State Machine (FSM) software design
• Required experience in AVR microcontrollers and projects to demonstrate it
• Familiarity with ARM 32 bit microcontrollers (Cortex M or any other)
• Required experience with common communication protocols like SPI, UART, I2C etc.
• Comfortable with reading datasheets and basic hardware schematics
• Comfortable with linux development environment including the use of GCC, gdb, makefile

Soft Skills

• Good communication skills
• Self-driven
• Passion for embedded engineering

 Job Description: Senior Software Engineer- Embedded Systems

Videogram is looking for Software Engineer in Embedded Systems who will be responsible for designing the embedded systems and installing them in machines and tools. You will be playing an important role in our software team who will be responsible to design and develop the software that controls the processor (micro-controllers and digital signal processors) of the machine. You come with a role as a professional Embedded System Software Engineer to execute a complete embedded software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment. Responsible for the complete embedded software development lifecycle
• Design, develop, code, test, and debug system software
• Coordinate with the engineers from other disciplines to develop the end product of the requisite standards
• Customize the software to suit the needs of the product nature and expected functioning
• Debug the system to remove the anomalies and inconsistencies

Requirements:

• Candidates require a bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, software development, embedded software, etc. 
• The candidate should be an undergraduate in Computer Science or a relevant field
• Hands-on experience in C++11 or later programming languages
• Knowledge of GIT Version control
• Experience in doing bare metal or RTOS development
• Hands-on experience in developing the code in Linux
• They require exceptional programming skills and competence in using software tools. 
• Knowledge of operating systems and of the interaction between hardware/software is important for this profile. 
• The attributes of problem-solving ability, analytical skills, proactive behavior, and an adaptable approach are important in this position. 
• This discipline of engineering provides scope for creative minds and poses challenges to perform quality work.
• Scripting in Python & Bash is an add-on
• Experience in any of the following technologies:

           UART | SPI | I2C |MIPI DSI |Display Port | Low-Level Sata

Additional/ Desirable Interests:

• Personal interest in videography/ photography and audio production
• Experience working programmatically with videos/ images/ audio
• Exposure to low-level details of any video/ image codecs
• Exposure to movie container file formats especially QuickTime/mp4
• Working knowledge of exFAT file system