
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

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Rekise Marine is a startup focused on sustainably enhancing the utility of oceans through autonomous robotic infrastructure. Our efforts center on developing advanced autonomous technology for the maritime industry, serving both defense and commercial sectors globally. We specialize in creating autonomous vessels both surface and underwater,as well as autonomous port infrastructure. Currently, we are building the flagship autonomous platform of the Indian Navy.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development and deployment of embedded systems for our next-generation marine robotics platforms. This role involves working at the intersection of hardware and software to deliver robust, reliable, and fault-tolerant systems that can operate autonomously for extended durations in harsh marine conditions.
You will be responsible for architecting embedded solutions across platforms like NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, and microcontroller-based systems. You will lead the integration of subsystems such as power management, sensor networks, motor control, and environmental monitoring into cohesive embedded systems.
Key Responsibilities
System Architecture & Development
- Design, implement, and optimize embedded software solutions across Jetson, Raspberry Pi, and MCU-based platforms
- Develop and maintain hardware abstraction layers, device drivers, and system integration code
- Lead the integration of subsystems including BMS, motor controllers, leak detection, and power distribution into embedded frameworks
Hardware-Software Integration
- Interface with various sensors (IMUs, cameras, environmental sensors) and actuators using SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, and GPIO
- Collaborate with electronics and mechanical teams to align design specifications with real-world constraints
- Evaluate and select suitable embedded hardware components for marine-grade applications
Debugging, Testing, and Optimization
- Lead debugging and validation of embedded systems in lab and field conditions
- Develop automated test setups and documentation for embedded codebases
- Optimize for power, memory, and real-time performance, especially in resource-constrained environments
Team Leadership and Project Contribution
- Mentor junior engineers in embedded systems development and best practices
- Contribute to architecture decisions and code reviews
- Ensure compliance with system reliability, safety, and documentation standards for field-deployable systems
Required Skills & Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
Experience
- 4+ years of experience in embedded systems development, with at least 2+ years in lead or architect roles
- Hands-on experience developing on both Linux-based systems (Jetson, Pi) and MCUs (ARM, STM32, etc.)
- Proven success in taking embedded systems from prototyping to production-level deployment
Technical Proficiency
- Strong in C++ programming with low-level hardware interface experience
- Familiar with RTOS concepts and embedded Linux development
- Proficient with debugging tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and hardware bring-up
- Familiar with EDA tools like KiCad or Eagle
- Experience with ROS or ROS2 is a plus
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- A chance to be part of a leading marine robotics startup in India.
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible and innovative work environment promoting collaboration.
- A role where your contributions make a real difference and drive impact.
- Opportunities for travel in relation to customer interactions and field testing
Mandatory Skills:-
C Programming and data structures.
Linux Internals ( System calls, IPC, Network Programming, POSIX Multi-thread programming)
Desirable Skills :-
C++ and OOPs knowledge
Linux system start-up sysvinit, systemd,
Bootloaders : uBoot
Message bus protocols like dbus
Basic Linux Device driver knowledge
Linux Build framework – Yocto-Bitbake, Makefiles
Python scripting
Debug using tools such as GDB
Version control - GIT and SVN
Job Objective:
We are seeking an experienced Developer with a strong background in C++, CUDA programming,
and Linux to guide our development team in building cutting-edge solutions for device
integration and high-performance computing tasks. This is a hands-on leadership position that
combines technical expertise with team management skills to deliver high-quality software
products.
Primary responsibilities:
Software Development:
• Develop and maintain high-performance applications using C++ and CUDA.
• Design and implement parallel algorithms for GPUs to accelerate computational
workloads.
Performance Optimization:
• Optimize CUDA kernels for performance, scalability, and memory efficiency.
• Analyze performance bottlenecks and propose innovative solutions.
Code Review and Testing:
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Develop and execute test cases to validate functionality and performance.
Collaboration:
• Work closely with the software engineering and research teams to understand
requirements and deliver robust solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members when necessary.
Documentation:
• Write and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and user
manuals.
Required Skills:
• C++: Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20).
• CUDA Programming: Extensive experience in developing, debugging, and optimizing
CUDA applications.
• GPU Optimization: Familiarity with memory hierarchy, shared memory, streams, and
warp-level operations in CUDA.
• Parallel Computing: Solid understanding of parallel algorithms and multi-threaded
programming.
• Mathematical and Analytical Skills: Strong foundation in linear algebra, calculus, and
numerical methods.
• Tools: Experience with debugging/profiling tools like Nsight, CUDA Memcheck, or
C, C++ , Linux , Device Driver , Linux Internals ,
Processor knowledge like Arm , Intel , Protocol SPI , I2C . Networking experience,
L2 protocols knowledge, knowledge on Python/Perl ,
Broadcom DNX/XGS device experience is desirable,
Interested to learn New things,
C,C++, LINUX INTERNAL OR IPC, LINUX OS CONCEPTS, DEVICE DRIVERS,
PROCESSOR KNOWLEDGE
SCRIPTING KNOWLEDGE EIHER PYTHON OR PERL
We are searching for a talented embedded developer to join our team. You will be working along-side with other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure. Therefore, commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and creating quality products is essential.
The candidate should be proficient in C and C++ and possess detailed knowledge of microcontroller protocols. The candidate would be responsible for,
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Design and implement software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment.
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Design, develop, code, test and debug system software
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Review code and design
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Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability and scalability of system resources
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Integrate and validate new product designs
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Support software QA and optimize I/O performance
Mandatory Skills:
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Experience in C++ based applications development for embedded system applications
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Solid understanding of OOPs, SOLID Principles, Design Patterns.
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Drivers/BSP development on peripherals like ADC, SPI, I2C, UART etc
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Firmware development experience on ARM Series of microcontrollers
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Strong knowledge of hardware architecture such as ARM, MIPS, and x86.
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Familiarity with hardware protocols including USB, UART, I2C, and SPI.
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Familiarity with OS platforms such as Linux, Unix, and RTOS.
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Knowledge on different communication protocol like Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Bluetooth and sub–GHz.
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Basic Hardware knowledge and debugging skills
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Strong organizational and project management skills.
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Strong knowledge of SDLC, test cycle and logical thinking on various complex use case call scenarios.
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The ability to keep abreast with the latest advancements in technology and techniques.
Desired Skills:
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Knowledge on IoT based systems
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Preferably worked on a Linux based project.
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Ability to lead the team & handle the project and own all technical aspects of design and development of systems from scratch.
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Meticulous and very organized.
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You will not hesitate to ask questions and call upon the knowledge of your coworkers to make sure you produce the best possible documentation for our customers.
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Worked on 3-5 project from starting of project to delivery of project (Depending on experience)
Summary:
The embedded systems engineer designs, develops, tests, and maintains embedded systems. The engineer will identify and fix issues and work collaboratively with engineers, product managers, and others on various teams.
Responsibilities:
- Design and build embedded systems, including embedded system firmware
- Test and debug the systems
- Monitor and maintain the system after development
- Improve system efficiency and stability after development
- Collaborate with customers to create systems based on their needs
Requirements:
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering
- Professional experience in embedded systems
- Significant programming experience in C or C++
- Experience in trouble-shooting embedded systems and microcontroller peripherals
- Experience in working in real-time operating systems
- Experience in interfaces, IP protocols, and hardware subsystems
- Proficiency in working with common embedded systems communication protocols
- Strong interpersonal and writing skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and passionate about your work and embedded systems
- Always eager to learn and improve
- Develop embedded Linux Applications
- Work with a worldwide team to integrate the product to meet the requirement
Required Qualifications:
- Degree in Computer Science from a top-tier institution
- Relevant full-time work experience of 4+years
- Strong foundation in computer science, Object-Oriented software, unit testing & test automation with scripts
- Ability to self-teach.
Mandatory Technical Skills:
- Expert level programming in C/C++
- Linux systems programming, data structures & algorithms
- Networked applications
Desirable Technical Skills:
- Linux Board Bring up, device drivers would be an advantage









