Firmware Engineer

Job Title : Embedded System Software Engineer

Experience Required : 1 to 3 Years

Duration : 6+ Months (Extendable)

Notice Period : Immediate

Job Description :

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Embedded System Software Engineer to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have 1 to 3 Years of experience in embedded software development with a solid foundation in C++ and Qt 5.

This role involves working with embedded Linux systems and contributing to the development and maintenance of robust embedded applications.

Mandatory Skills : C++, Qt 5, Embedded Linux (Yocto preferred), SOAP/REST protocols, Git, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software applications using C++ and Qt 5.
• Work on embedded Linux systems, with a preference for experience in The Yocto Project.
• Integrate and manage network communication using protocols such as SOAP and REST.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Utilize Git for version control and collaborative development.
• Troubleshoot and debug software and system issues efficiently.
• Continuously improve code quality through code reviews, testing, and optimization.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1 to 3 Years of hands-on experience in software development.
• Proficiency in C++ and Qt 5 Framework.
• Experience working with Embedded Linux; knowledge of Yocto Project is a strong plus.
• Basic understanding of network protocols, including SOAP and REST.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) :

• Experience in cross-compiling and deployment for embedded targets.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and automated testing for embedded systems.
• Understanding of hardware-software integration challenges.

Key Responsibilities

1. Kernel Lifecycle & Maintenance

Upstream Alignment: Lead the strategy for upgrading enterprise kernels (e.g., migrating from LTS 5.15 to 6.6) while maintaining binary compatibility where required.

Patch Porting: Expertly port functional and performance patches between disparate kernel versions, resolving complex code conflicts and API changes.

CVE Mitigation: Monitor the Linux Kernel Mailing List (LKML) and security advisories to identify and backport CVE patches from upstream to production environments.

2. Deep-Dive Debugging & Stability

Panic Analysis: Act as the final escalation point for Kernel Panics and "Oops" messages. Utilize kdump, crash, and gdb to perform post-mortem analysis of vmcores.

Boot-Time Resolution: Debug critical failures during the early boot process (UEFI handoff, initramfs, and early kernel init) where standard logging is unavailable.

Performance Tuning: Use ebpf, ftrace, and perf to identify bottlenecks in memory management, scheduler latency, or I/O throughput.

3. Driver Development & Hardware Integration

Driver Ownership: Design, develop, or maintain at least one Open Source or Proprietary Device Driver (Network, Storage, GPU, or Character devices).

Hardware Abstraction: Interface directly with hardware registers, managing DMA mappings, and optimizing interrupt handling (MSI-X, Threaded IRQs).

Out-of-Tree Management: Maintain driver compatibility across kernel updates using DKMS or similar frameworks.

4. Infrastructure & Automation

Registry Management: Oversee the distribution of custom kernel builds and modules via GitLab Container/Package Registries.

CI/CD for Kernel: Build automated testing pipelines (Hardware-in-the-loop) to validate kernel stability before enterprise-wide deployment.

Required Technical Skills:

Languages: Mastery of C/C++ Programming (C is preferred)

Kernel Internals: Deep understanding of VFS, Memory Management (MMU/Paging), Process Scheduling, and Networking Stacks.

Debugging Tools: Expert-level use of kprobes, trace-cmd, valgrind, and hardware-level debuggers (JTAG/Serial Console).

Build Systems: Proficiency with Kbuild, Makefiles, and building RPM/Debian packages for kernel distribution.

Security: Hands-on experience with SELinux/AppArmor policy development and kernel hardening (FIPS, KSPP).

Job Title: C++ Buffer Developer

Location: Pune, India

Experience: 2-3 years

Salary: 8 LPA

Notice Period: 0-15 days

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and passionate C++ Buffer Developer to join our team in Pune. As a C++ Buffer Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance buffer systems for our software applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, implement solutions, and ensure the overall quality of the software.

Responsibilities:

1. Design, develop, and maintain C++ buffer systems to meet the requirements of our software applications.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, designers, and product managers, to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
3. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
4. Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the stability and performance of the buffer systems.
5. Optimize and enhance existing code to improve overall system efficiency and performance.
6. Participate in code reviews to provide and receive constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
7. Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies related to C++ programming and buffer systems.
8. Document the design, implementation, and maintenance of the buffer systems for future reference.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
2. 2-3 years of hands-on experience in C++ programming, specifically in designing and developing buffer systems.
3. Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming principles.
4. Proficiency in using C++11 or higher versions.
5. Experience with memory management techniques and performance optimization.
6. Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and development tools.
7. Good understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
8. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
9. Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
10. Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
11. Knowledge of network protocols and socket programming is a plus.
12. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) is preferred.

If you are a talented C++ developer with a passion for buffer systems and want to contribute to the success of our software applications, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and join our dynamic team in Pune!

Note: The salary mentioned is as per the budget and may be subject to negotiation based on the candidate's skills and experience.

Job Description

We are a growing company looking for an efficient systems engineer to help us expand our computing infrastructure. The systems engineer's responsibilities include working with a team of IT specialists to design, set up and maintain a network of computers, including hardware, software, and system architecture.

To be successful in this position, the systems engineer should be a highly motivated, results-driven individual who can create the perfect solution for our organization's higher-level needs. The best candidate will also be an excellent listener and communicator, with the ability to explain why their solutions are the best fit for us.

Responsibilities:

Overseeing the development and installation of new networking and computing infrastructures.

Selecting the best possible solutions using knowledge of a wide range of available technologies.

Monitoring systems in the existing network to ensure there are no productivity set-backs.

Installing and configuring operating systems and application software.

Implementing best practices for system security and data backups.

Anticipating potential issues or bottlenecks and identifying possible solutions.

Troubleshooting and resolving all technical issues when they arise.

Provide detailed specifications for proposed solutions including materials, manpower and time necessary

Communicating effectively with IT support staff to ensure the setup process runs smoothly.

Liaising with vendors and keeping relevant stakeholders up to date with developments.

Systems Engineer Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field (Master's preferred).

Proven track record of installing, configuring, and troubleshooting UNIX-based systems.

Exceptional knowledge of networking technologies (OSI network layers, TCP/IP).

Familiarity with administration, performance tuning, and system monitoring.

Good communication skills (written, verbal, and face-to-face).

Experience-3-4years

Salary- 10LPA

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Employment Type

Full-time

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

Xfinito is building a portfolio in new product innovation, product contribution and infrastructure goals while providing individuals and teams the freedom to emphasize specific types of work.

Our work focuses on real –world problems that span the breadth of biomedical engineering, embedded systems, computer science, such as machine and deep learning, data mining, natural language processing, hardware and software performance analysis and much more.

JOB ROLE: EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with Hardware, Systems and other multi-functional teams and deliver high quality software at fundamental layer of operating system including frameworks, daemons, drivers.
• You need to keep security and performance in mind, enable key features to improve privacy and prevent fraudulence
• The position requires high level thinking to design code solutions along with low level programming and excellent communications and leadership skills, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Rich experience of programming on cryptography
• Profound understanding on Operating System concept
• Highly self-motivated and capable of work and finish tasks alone
• Comfortable and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Fluent in both oral and written English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; excellent judgment

EXPERIENCE:

• We as a team are looking for freshers or young professionals with 0-4 years of experience having a a self-directed, proactive approach to tackling problems and working through impediment and an ability to generate trust and build alliances with co-workers.