QA Engineer

Position: Senior Embedded Software Engineer – PCIe / Embedded Linux

Location: Bangalore (Preferred)

Experience: 7+ years

Night Shift

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Embedded Engineer with strong expertise in Embedded Linux and PCIe protocol development. The ideal candidate will have deep technical knowledge of PCIe (Gen4 and above) and experience in developing and debugging embedded systems at both hardware and software levels. Exposure to AI/ML or accelerator-based systems will be considered a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded software on Linux and RTOS platforms.
• Implement and validate PCIe-based communication and device drivers (Gen4 minimum, Gen5/6 preferred).
• Work closely with hardware and system teams to debug low-level issues related to PCIe interfaces.
• Develop firmware and system-level software components for high-performance embedded platforms.
• Participate in board bring-up, performance optimization, and hardware/software integration.
• Contribute to system architecture discussions and design reviews.
• Document design, testing procedures, and performance analysis.

Core Skills Required:

• Embedded Linux development (mandatory).
• Deep understanding of PCIe protocols (Gen4 minimum; Gen5/6 preferred).
• Strong knowledge of low-level driver development, DMA, interrupts, and memory management.
• Experience with Embedded RTOS environments.
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes).
• Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting (Python, Shell).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

Preferred Skills (Good to Have):

• Exposure to AI/ML hardware accelerators or data processing units (DPUs).
• Understanding of SoC architecture and high-speed interconnects.
• Experience working with multi-core systems and performance tuning.

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, or related field.

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

Cloud EOS Team

·        Arista Networks is the leader in building software driven cloud networks for today’s datacenter, cloud and campus environments. Arista delivers the most efficient, reliable and high performance Universal Cloud Network architectures based on 10G, 25G, 40G, 50G, 100G and 400G platforms delivered with an extensible operating system – Arista EOS®. Arista EOS is built on an open, programmable, and resilient state-sharing architecture that delivers maximum system uptime, reduces CAPEX and OPEX by simplifying IT operations and enables business agility.

·        We are building disruptive products and services that deliver highly automated networks that interconnect and secure connectivity between various global locations. As a part of the team you will be exposed to wide variety of technologies like EOS (Extensible Operating System), multithreaded, multicore software forwarding based on DPDK, public cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) infrastructure, Path selection, NFV, Containers, Network Segmentation, Virtualization, microservice based architectures, CI/CD pipelines, and Terraform-based declarative provisioning models. As a core member of the CloudEOS team, you will be part of a fast paced, high-caliber team building cutting edge software products for Cloud-enabled WAN connectivity. The team is responsible for all aspects of the development and delivery of control plane, software data plane, and management platform/APIs/services.

·        Arista provides an open Engineering-driven culture which fosters innovation and enables engineers to Learn, Lead and Thrive. Our adoption of modern software tools, methodologies and processes and emphasis on automation enables our engineers to focus their energies on the truly complex problems and be among the most productive in the industry. Arista's products are purpose built with the scale, performance and quality required to operate in some of the most demanding environments - this provides engineers the platform and rigour to learn and gain experience in building complex, scalable software systems.

Basic qualifications

·        Bachelor's/Master's degree in Engineering

·        3+ years of experience working as a Systems Software Development Engineer

·        Proficiency in C++/C programming language

·        Software Development experience with Linux

Preferred qualifications

·        Experience with DPDK, Software Forwarding, Qos.

·        Python and/or Golang development experience

·        Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment

·        Experience working through the complete software development life cycle right from requirements gathering to delivering the fully developed feature.

·        Strong software debugging skills especially in embedded systems.

·        Experience in Network Systems Software development is a plus

EOS Routing Team

·        Arista Networks is the leader in building software driven cloud networks for today’s datacenter, cloud and campus environments. Arista delivers the most efficient, reliable and high performance Universal Cloud Network architectures based on 10G, 25G, 40G, 50G, 100G and 400G platforms delivered with an extensible operating system – Arista EOS®. Arista EOS is built on an open, programmable, and resilient state-sharing architecture that delivers maximum system uptime, reduces CAPEX and OPEX by simplifying IT operations and enables business agility.

·        The EOS Routing PI team is responsible for developing routing protocols like BGP, OSPF and ISIS and Data Center and SP technologies like MPLS, Segment Routing and EVPN. A unique feature of the Arista routing team is that the routing software is common across Campus, Data Center and Service Provider routing features. This is a global team that spreads multiple geographies working on cutting edge features that get deployed in the largest Cloud titan, Service Provider, Enterprise and Campus networks.

·        Arista provides an open Engineering-driven culture which fosters innovation and enables engineers to Learn, Lead and Thrive. Our adoption of modern software tools, methodologies and processes and emphasis on automation enables our engineers to focus their energies on the truly complex problems and be among the most productive in the industry. Arista's products are purpose built with the scale, performance and quality required to operate in some of the most demanding environments - this provides engineers the platform and rigour to learn and gain experience in building complex, scalable software systems.

Basic qualifications

·        Bachelor's/Master's degree in Engineering

·        3+ years of experience working as a Systems Software Development Engineer

·        Proficiency in C++/C and Python programming languages

·        Experience with routing protocols and/or Data Center/SP routing features

·        Software Development experience with Linux

Preferred qualifications

·        Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment

·        Experience working through the complete software development life cycle right from requirements gathering to delivering the fully developed feature.

·        Strong software debugging skills especially in embedded systems.

·        Experience in Network Systems Software development is a plus

EOS Layer 2 and Infra PI Team

·        Arista Networks is the leader in building software driven cloud networks for today’s datacenter, cloud and campus environments. Arista delivers the most efficient, reliable and high performance Universal Cloud Network architectures based on 10G, 25G, 40G, 50G, 100G and 400G platforms delivered with an extensible operating system – Arista EOS®. Arista EOS is built on an open, programmable, and resilient state-sharing architecture that delivers maximum system uptime, reduces CAPEX and OPEX by simplifying IT operations and enables business agility.

·        The EOS Layer 2 PI and Infra team is responsible for working on platform independent features on Arista’s EOS working alongside the EOS Routing team. The team is responsible for building innovative, scalable solutions in areas including EOS infrastructure, Layer 2 protocols like 802.1X, Macsec, DHCP, RADIUS etc. A unique feature of the Arista’s Layer 2 PI and Infra team is that the software developed is common across Campus, Data Center and Enterprise features. This is a global team that spreads across multiple geographies working on cutting edge features that get deployed in the largest Cloud titan, Service Provider, Enterprise and Campus networks.

·        Arista provides an open Engineering-driven culture which fosters innovation and enables engineers to Learn, Lead and Thrive. Our adoption of modern software tools, methodologies and processes and emphasis on automation enables our engineers to focus their energies on the truly complex problems and be among the most productive in the industry. Arista's products are purpose built with the scale, performance and quality required to operate in some of the most demanding environments - this provides engineers the platform and rigour to learn and gain experience in building complex, scalable software systems.

Basic qualifications

·        Bachelor's/Master's degree in Engineering

·        3+ years of experience working as a Systems Software Development Engineer

·        Proficiency in C++/C and Python programming languages

·        Software Development experience with Linux

Preferred qualifications

·        Experience with Layer 2 protocols like 802.1X, AAA, Macsec

·        Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment

·        Experience working through the complete software development life cycle right from requirements gathering to delivering the fully developed feature.

·        Strong software debugging skills especially in embedded systems.

·        Experience in Network Systems Software development is a plus

StartUp engaged in inventing and innovating Smart Energy Meters and related Technologies (OEM) requires Embedded Engineers. Following re-innovation principle and Technology First direction, we design Technologies to deliver our Vision of the highest Quality Products and Technologies. The candidate's responsibilities include IoT (COSEM/DLMS), technology integration. Required skills include Embedded C and C++ and knowledge of Electrical and Electronics.

Job Description:

Looking for engineers with one of the below requirements:

• 2-5 years of embedded development experience in a Linux environment with C programming
• With Option1:
• EDK2 experience
• SCT experience
• knowledge of TPMs
• With Option2:
• worked on bootloaders or uboot