Senior Embedded Software Engineer – U-boot, Linux Kernel & Device Drivers
Company Name: SAS One Pvt Ltd (www.sasone.in)
Location: Bengaluru, India
Experience: 6+ years
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Embedded Software Engineer experienced in Embedded C development, Linux Kernel programming, and Device Driver design. The ideal candidate will contribute to low-level software development for embedded systems, working closely with hardware teams to design, implement, and optimize drivers and kernel modules for next-generation platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and debug embedded software in C for SoM(System On Modules).
- Develop and maintain board support packages (BSPs), bootloaders, and low-level firmware.
- Work on real-time performance optimization, memory management, and inter-process communication.
- Develop and maintain Linux kernel modules and device drivers for various peripherals (I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO, USB, PCIe, HDMI, etc.).
- Collaborate with hardware engineers for bring-up, debugging, and validation of new boards.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 6+ years of hands-on experience in embedded software development.
- Strong proficiency in Embedded C.
- Deep understanding of Linux Kernel internals, device driver architecture, and hardware software interaction.
- Familiarity with ARM architecture, SoC bring-up, and YOCTO environments is a plus.
- Strong debugging and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently in fast-paced environments.
Preferred / Good-to-Have Skills:
- Exposure to Yocto Project, U-Boot, and bootloader customization.
- Experience with embedded Linux distributions or open-source contributions.
- Understanding of hardware schematics and signal analysis (oscilloscope, logic analyzer).

About SAS ONE
About
At SAS One Private Limited, technology is our forte. Our team comprises seasoned expert engineers dedicated to staying ahead in the ever-evolving landscapes of SaaS, software development, electronics, and embedded solutions. Our commitment to exploring new horizons ensures that your projects are at the forefront of technological advancements. At SAS One, we work closely with you to understand your vision and objectives, ensuring that every project is a collaborative success.
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Bangalore / Lucknow
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MANDATORY CRITERIA:
- Education: B.Tech / M.Tech in ECE / CSE / IT
- Experience: 10–12 years in hardware board design, system hardware engineering, and full product deployment cycles
- Proven expertise in digital, analog, and power electronic circuit analysis & design
- Strong hands-on experience designing boards with SoCs, FPGAs, CPLDs, and MPSoC architectures
- Deep understanding of signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and high-speed design considerations
- Must have successfully completed at least two hardware product development cycles from high-level design to final deployment
- Ability to independently handle schematic design, design analysis (DC drop, SI), and cross-team design reviews
- Experience in sourcing & procurement of electronic components, PCBs, and mechanical parts for embedded/IoT/industrial hardware
- Strong experience in board bring-up, debugging, issue investigation, and cross-functional triage with firmware/software teams
- Expertise in hardware validation, test planning, test execution, equipment selection, debugging, and report preparation
- Proficiency in Cadence Allegro or Altium EDA tools (mandatory)
- Experience coordinating with layout, mechanical, SI, EMC, manufacturing, and supply chain teams
- Strong understanding of manufacturing services, production pricing models, supply chain, and logistics for electronics/electromechanical components
DESCRIPTION:
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
The company is a semiconductor and embedded system design company with a focus on Embedded, Turnkey ASICs, Mixed Signal IP, Semiconductor & Product Engineering and IoT solutions catering to Aerospace & Defence, Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Medical and Networking & Telecommunications.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Extensive experience in hardware board designs and towards multiple product field deployment cycles.
- Strong foundation and expertise in analyzing digital, Analog and power electronic circuits.
- Proficient with SoC, FPGAs, CPLD and MPSOC architecture-based board designs.
- Knowledgeable in signal integrity, EMI/EMC concepts for digital and power electronics.
- Completed at least two project from high-level design to final product level deployment.
- Capable of independently managing product’s schematic, design analysis DC Drop, Signal Integrity, and coordinating reviews with peer of layout, mechanical, SI, and EMC teams.
- Sourcing and procurement of electronic components, PCBs, and mechanical parts for cutting-edge IoT, embedded, and industrial product development.
- Experienced in board bring-up, issue investigation, and triage in collaboration with firmware and software teams.
- Skilled in preparing hardware design documentation, validation test planning, identifying necessary test equipment, test development, execution, debugging, and report preparation.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborative work with cross-functional teams, including post-silicon bench validation, BIOS, and driver development/QA.
- Hands-on experience with Cadence Allegro/Altium EDA tools is essential.
- Familiarity with programming and scripting languages like Python and Perl, and experience in test automation is advantageous.
- Should have excellent exposure with coordination of Manufacturing Services, pricing model for production value supply chain & Logistics in electronics and electromechanical components domain.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Strong experience with programming microcontrollers like Arduino, ESP32, and ESP8266.
- Experience with Embedded C/C++.
- Experience with Raspberry Pi, Python, and OpenCV.
- Experience with Low power Devices would be preferred
- Knowledge about communication protocols (UART, I2C, etc.)
- Experience with Wi-Fi, LoRa, GSM, M2M, SImcom, and Quactel Modules.
- Experience with 3d modeling (preferred).
- Experience with 3d printers (preferred).
- Experience with Hardware design and knowledge of basic electronics.
- Experience with Software will be preferred.ss
Detailed Job role (daily basis) done by the IOT developer.
· Design hardware that meets the needs of the application.
· Support for current hardware, testing, and bug-fixing.
· Create, maintain, and document microcontroller code.
· prototyping, testing, and soldering
· Making 3D/CAD models for PCBs.
Embedded Software - Linux
Job Responsibilities:
Linux development engineer working on microcontroller firmware development, Linux platform drivers and IoT solutions. Should be able to resolve technical roadblocks and deliver project commitments. Looking for someone with 2+ years in the embedded industry and a passion to grow along with the company.
Selected candidates for this role will be reporting to the software tech lead/manager in the organization.
- Embedded software development activities and Linux platform development.
- Work with QA teams to resolve bugs and ensure release readiness
The main responsibilities of this role are:
Technical:
- Strong programming skills (C, C++, assembly)
- Linux development experience (porting & platform drivers)
- Knowledge of embedded microcontroller & microprocessor-based systems
- Prior experience of delivering 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.
- Should be able to work with minimal technical guidance
Leadership:
- This role requires excellent communication skills
- Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
- Prior experience working with overseas clients
- Periodically report progress to manager.
Experience: 2 to 4 years
- Strong C/C++ programming hands on experience
- Should have work experience on firmware development with strong Linux internals.
- Very good development, design and debugging experience on embedded firmware.
- Added advantage to have experience on Systems management/Out of Band/BMC domain experience
- Good to have automation experience using Python or shell scripting
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills
- Experience on tools like JIRA, Yocto, Visual studio, etc.
Location: Bangalore
Experience: 4 to 12 years
JD:
- Familiar with AUTOSAR BSW and RTE, architecture, specifications, and configuration tools
- Strong fundamentals programming in C, embedded system concepts, and software build process
- Strong customer orientation, willingness to meet deadlines, and self-management skills
- Deep passion for solving problems to resolution, including root cause analysis skills
- Ability to work and collaborate in a dynamic team environment
Knowledge of Embedded system architecture such as memory hierarchies,vector
Processing.
Experience in resource /load sharing and synchronisation techniques for multi - core
processing.
knowledge of embedded processor internals.
Automotive domain Experience.
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Excellent knowledge of OS concepts |
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Working knowledge with SW design and development tools |
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Basic knowledge of software and system integration |
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Excellent knowledge of AutoSAR architecture |
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Knowledge of ISO26262 Functional Safety, |
| Knowledge of programming languages (Embedded C, C++) |
| Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence) knowledge |
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Experience in programming Embedded C applications.
• Strong development experience in embedded C and RTOS
• Strong debugging skills
• Embedded development tools and methodologies
• Version Control Systems – Clear Case / RTC /GIT
Should have detailed knowledge on microcontrollers / microprocessors
Should have detailed knowledge on Battery Electric Vehicle Powertrain (BEV), Fuel Cell and H2-Motor
Should have detailed knowledge in powertrain function development for BEV, Fuel Cell and H2-Motor
Strong development experience in MATLAB for powertrain function development
Strong development experience in CAN / LIN /Flexray / UDS / KWP, SPI communication protocols
Knowledge in tools like CANalyser / CANoe, CANDiva, CANstress, CANDELA studio, Lauterbach
Experience in scripting languages like Shell / Perl / CAPL / Make etc.,
Experience in using tools like Logiscope / Function Generator / Oscilloscope, etc
Experience in configuration management & defect tracking tools
Automotive domain and powertrain systems knowledge a plus
Ability to work as part of a dedicated project team and independently
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be a self-starter.







