IoT Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position : Linux BSP developer

Location : Bangalore 

Experience : 3 to 10 Years 

Requirements :

1. 3 to 10 Years of proficiency working on C and Embedded Linux BSP (Board Support Package).
2. Highly proficient and possess working in Linux kernel and Linux device drivers.
3. Hands on experience on working on platform of MIPS, ARM etc.
4. Working knowledge and strong understanding of Device Tree.
5. Understanding of Make files, their customization and Cross Compilation and Shell scripting.
6. Experience in working on U-boot.
7. Video and Camera domain knowledge will be a BIG advantage.
8. Knowledge of secure boot would be an added advantage.

Job Summary:

 We are looking for an experienced Embedded Software Developer with expertise in IEC 61850-based communication systems for embedded devices. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in Embedded C development, RTOS-based applications, and substation automation standards. The role involves developing, integrating, and maintaining embedded software solutions supporting IEC 61850 protocols while ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with industry standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

● Develop embedded firmware using C and Embedded C for IEC 61850-enabled devices.

● Implement and maintain IEC 61850 communication stacks and data models. 

● Work with Logical Nodes (LN), Data Objects (DO), and Data Attributes (DA) as defined in IEC 61850. 

● Develop and validate SCL configuration files, including ICD, CID, and SCD files. 

● Develop networking applications using Ethernet and TCP/IP protocols. 

● Develop and maintain RTOS-based embedded applications using FreeRTOS or equivalent. ● Debug embedded applications using JTAG and SWD debugging tools. 

● Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and testing teams throughout the development lifecycle. 

● Perform code reviews, troubleshooting, and performance optimization. 

● Prepare technical documentation and support system integration activities. 

Required Skills 

● 5–7 years of experience in Embedded Firmware Development. 

● Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience with IEC 61850. 

● Strong programming skills in C and Embedded C. 

● Experience with RTOS concepts such as FreeRTOS or similar. 

● Experience debugging embedded systems using JTAG and SWD. 

● Strong understanding of the IEC 61850 data model, including Logical Nodes (LN), Data Objects (DO), and Data Attributes (DA). 

● Experience working with SCL files, including ICD, CID, and SCD. 

● Strong knowledge of Ethernet and TCP/IP networking. 

● Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills. 

● Willingness to work from Goa. 

Preferred Skills 

● Experience with substation automation systems and Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs). 

● Knowledge of power system communication protocols. 

● Experience with secure embedded software development practices. 

● Immediate joiners or candidates with a notice period of one month or less are preferred. 

Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement embedded software applications for IoT devices using C programming language.
• Develop and maintain firmware for Raspberry Pi-based systems, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility with various IoT sensors and peripherals.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define and document system requirements and specifications.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of embedded software to identify and resolve any issues or bugs.
• Optimize code and improve system performance to enhance the overall user experience.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies in embedded systems and IoT development.
• Work closely with the product management team to translate customer requirements into technical specifications.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the team during the development and deployment phases.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in C programming language with a solid understanding of embedded systems.
• Experience developing software for Raspberry Pi or similar single-board computers.
• Knowledge of IoT protocols and technologies such as MQTT, CoAP, TCP/IP, and wireless communication (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.).
• Familiarity with various sensors, actuators, and electronic components commonly used in IoT devices.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues in embedded systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience in developing IoT applications or working on IoT projects 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

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• Design, implement, and test customer- specific software components 
• Develop testing frameworks and support testing for core software components • Develop logging and data analytics systems for deployments 
• Follow production- level code design and development processes including detailed  documentation, code reviews, and structured release processes

• 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