Embedded Firmware Engineer

Technical Lead (Embedded Software - Linux)

Job Responsibilities:

Lead a team of software/Linux development engineers working on microcontroller firmware development, Linux platform drivers and IOT solutions. Should be able to guide team members, resolve technical roadblocks and deliver project commitments. Will be the go-to person and first-level escalation point for all technical issues faced by the team. Looking for someone with 6+ years in the embedded industry and a passion to build a core team in a growing company. Team size will vary from 6 to 12 people, mainly firmware and Linux engineers.

The selected candidate for this role will be reporting to the software director/manager in the organization.

• Work with firmware and application architects to create a project execution plan
• Review project proposals for execution scope & timelines
• Lead embedded software development activities by the team
• Work with QA teams to resolve bugs and ensure release readiness
• Work with h/w design and PM teams to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery of projects

The main responsibilities of this role are:

Technical:

• Strong programming skills (C, C++, assembly)
• Linux development experience (porting & platform drivers)
• Expert-level knowledge of embedded microcontroller & microprocessor-based systems
• Prior experience in delivering critical modules for microcontroller projects
• Good understanding of commonly used embedded communication protocols
• Good understanding of common embedded peripherals, interfaces & sensors
• Experience working on Real-Time systems (RTOS)
• Should be able to quickly learn new technologies and enable the team on the same
• Should be able to work with minimal technical guidance

Leadership:

• This role requires excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Should be able to lead junior engineers by providing technical mentoring
• Owns task division, task allocation and tracking within the team
• Require multi-tasking and time management skills
• Prior experience working with overseas clients
• Periodically report progress to management

Other desirable skills:

Knowledge of Python

We are looking networking professionals with the following skill set,

Experience :6+ years of experience in the networking domain

Key skills:

• Must have 6+ years of experience in C/C++ programming language.
• Knowledge of Go programming language and Python programming language is a big plus.
• Strong background in L4-L7 Internet Protocols TCP, HTTP, HTTP2, GRPC and HTTPS/SSL/TLS.
• Background in Internet security related products such as Web Application Firewalls, API Security Gateways, Reverse Proxies and Forward Proxies
• Proven knowledge of Linux kernel internals (process scheduler, memory management, etc.)
• Experience with eBPF is a plus.
• Hands-on experience in cloud architectures (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, distributed systems) with continuous delivery
• Familiar with containerization solutions like Docker/Kubernetes etc.
• Familiar with server less technologies such as AWS Lambda.
• Exposure to machine learning technologies and distributed systems is a plus

Responsibilities:

·        Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, system architects, and product managers, to define software requirements and specifications for embedded systems.

·        Design and develop efficient, reliable, and scalable embedded software solutions that meet the defined requirements.

·        Write, test, and debug code in programming languages commonly used for embedded systems, such as C, C++, and assembly language.

·        Interface with hardware components, such as sensors, actuators, microcontrollers, and communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C,CAN etc.).

·        Develop and implement device drivers, firmware, and low-level software to control hardware peripherals.

·        Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards.

·        Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system testing of the embedded software.

·        Analyse and optimize system performance, memory usage, and power consumption.

·        Collaborate with the quality assurance team to identify and resolve software defects.

·        Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and technologies related to embedded systems and software development.

·        Document software design, code, and test procedures for internal and external use.

·        Provide technical support to other teams during product integration, testing, and deployment.

Qualifications:

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

·        Proven experience in embedded software development, including designing, coding, testing, and debugging.

·        Proficiency in programming languages such as C and C++.

·        Familiarity with Embedded C, 32-bit microcontroller,16-bit microcontroller hardware interfaces.

·        Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and multi-threaded programming.

·        Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex hardware-software interactions.

·        Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

·        Familiarity with communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet) is desirable.

·        Knowledge of security considerations in embedded systems is an advantage.

Location: Chennai

• Experience  4 - 8 years
• Key Skills for Software Developer C++, Linux :
• - Looking only for candidates who can join immediately or max 10 day
• - should be able to work independently with no handholding
• - the ability to work with C/C++ code on Windows/Linux platforms
• - Database knowledge of MSSQL, Oracle, MySQL/MariaDB, ideally other ones too: Saphana, Teradata, Postgres.
• - Ability to work on their own fixing defects
• - should be able to understand secure coding practices
• - should have the Ability to work independently and with the team across different time zones

Omnitroncis is on a mission to bring robotics to real-life applications. We build & provide services for smart products. At the heart of each product is the amazing team which integrates software, hardware, sensors, AI, computer vision systems, machine learning models and robotics to orchestrate and automate the entirety of products and operations. As a result, we are able to lead better lives.

About Us:

This is an opportunity to join a growing team of electrical, mechanical and software engineers and make a substantial impact at Omnitronics. We are looking for someone that can learn, adapt and roll with a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and who isn’t afraid of uncertainty. Embedded engineering at Omnitronics involves developing electronics solutions that power a modern smart device. This involves unique industrial control systems, environmental sensor technology, data collection, computer vision systems, and automation. You ll be involved with idea generation, design, prototyping, planning, and the execution of firmware and hardware for our IoT devices.

Prerequisites

• We are looking for a person who is really interested in & enjoys technology, is Passionate about Innovation, and Can go the extra mile for perfection.
• Behavioural Attitude: Must be a Quick learner / Highly Dedicated / Responsible person

Require Person: 7

Job Type: Full-time

Office Timing: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Expected Start Date: ASAP

Fresher Salary: 3,000 to 15,000

Experience Salary: 10,000 to 45,000

Location: Must be from Surat, Gujarat

Below are the skills we are looking for in a candidate.

• Strong hands-on C/C++, Embedded System Development 
• Hands-on experience on ESP-IDF, STM32CubeMX, Embedded Linux, RTOS
• Good to have Python, Shell/Bash Scripting, Toolchains
• SPI, I2C, UART, RS485, CAN, and hardware subsystems
• Hardware and IoT / IT Communication protocols knowledge
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Familiar with Standards (SOLID Principles, OOPs, Misra C, etc)
• Schematic / PCB Designing verification
• Ability to trace difficult problems using a variety of tools (debugger, JTAG emulator, logic analyzer, oscilloscope).
• Design, develop, code, test, and debug system software.

We are looking for Embedded software developers who will be responsible for designing, developing, optimizing, and implementing the software that is programmed into devices built around a processor/controller. Candidates need to write code to solve problems and implement systems that make a physical hardware device work through software.

Thanks and Best Regards

• Bachelors in Electronics & Communication or equivalent
• 6-10 yrs experience in embedded software development
• Hands-on embedded C skills (mandatory)
• Experience with any microcontrollers MCU (mandatory) – Renesas/ Infineon/ Cypress/ ST-Micro /TI / Microchip
• Experience with any of peripherals & communication protocols usage in application development (mandatory) – UART, I2C, SPI, I2S, CAN, USB, ADC, DAC, EEPROM, Flash memory
• Experience with any RTOS – FreeRTOS, Azure RTOS, ThreadX
• Experience with any networking &  connectivity modules (preferred & added advantage) – Ethernet, WiFi, BLE, MQTT, COAP
• Exposure to any IoT frameworks (desirable not mandatory) – IoTivity, AWS IoT, Azure IoT
• Experience with any device driver development, driver optimisation (desirable not mandatory)
• Good ability to read data sheets & technical manuals