Senior Software Engineer

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 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

Primary skills:

At least 3+ years of working experience on embedded firmware development

- Experience in multithreaded programming, network programming (wired and wireless protocols), real-time programming, cross-platform and cross-language development

- Hands-on experience on driver development for various sensors

- Working knowledge of communication protocols like UART, I2C, SPI, USB, Ethernet, etc

- Product development experience with range of microcontroller/microprocessor architectures, adoption of bare-metal, RTOS and Linux operating systems on new platforms

-Hands-on experience on software development in Bluetooth domain is added advantage

- Experience with hardware lab equipment such as digital scope, logic analyser and JTAG

- Understanding of embedded development constraints and system performance

- Experience with programming in C/C++ and Embedded C

Strong in Basic C++, STL, Linux

OOPs, Exception Handling

Design Pattern and Solid principles, concepts related to UML representation

•           Solution, design, and architecture concepts

•           Knowledge on Pointers and smart Pointers.

•           IO streams, Files and Streams and Lambda Expressions in C++ added advantage.

•           Features of C++17 and usage of STL in C++ is added advantage.

•           Templates in C++.

Communication skill, Attitude, learnability

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Benison Technologies was started in 2011 with a mission to revolutionize the silicon industry in India, with a host of amazing big clients like Google, Cisco, McAfee, Intel, and so on, you get to experience the best of both worlds. If you consider yourself an engineer who is capable to join our ever-growing team, then this is the right opportunity for you:  

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• You will be working on the next generation network security products, on various public clouds. 
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• Planning, designing, integration for network security platforms. 

• Key contributor for developing product strategies and features. 
• You will work on hardcore data networking/forwarding areas while acquiring in depth knowledge in DPDK and VPP. 

Here are some technical skills required:  

• Programming languages : C/C++ 

• Work exp on DPDK and packet forwarding area. 
• Good understanding of Linux Kernel, Networking stack in the kernel. 
• Exposure to clouds like AWS, GCP is a big plus. 
• Understanding/Exposure to VPP is a big plus. 
• Strong in packet forwarding, Tunneling (IPsec, GRE, VxLAN) etc. 

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• 2+ years of relevant experience 
• Design, Develop & test the various features in dpdk, VPP based system Interact with the customer to help in defining the features, execute and deliver them 
• Mentor the junior team members. 

• Participate in code-reviews and ensure the quality of deliverables. 

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• Competitive salary and benefits package  
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• Enjoy collaborative innovation (each members gets to innovate & think out of the box), along with highly experienced team managers who maintain diversity and work-life well-being.  
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Role: Functions Developer (Embedded c - Algorithm / Driving Functions Development)

Location: Hyderabad

Fulltime

Job Description:

• Design and development of automotive feature/function software/components (ACC, AEB, TSR, LKA etc.) for ADAS/AD systems
• Coordination and regular interaction with different stakeholders and teams like testing, requirements, leads etc.
• Participate in SW requirement generation, SW architecture, detailed design etc.

Requirement:

• 3-7 years of experience in development of Algorithm & Functions for advance driver assist systems (ADAS), Autonomous driving (AD)
• Development experience with safety critical systems
• Experienced in development using MATLAB Simulink, TargetLink, Stateflow
• Experience in modelling and validation of control systems
• Knowledge of SIL, Performance Test, Functional testing
• Embedded software development using C, C++
• Issue management and version control
• Knowledge of ASPICE processes, Static analysis, MISRA checks etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive approach for problem solving

Good to have:

• Knowledge of ADAS/AD functions (ACC, TSR, AEB, LCA etc), Data Analysis
• Experienced in managing and authoring of function specification requirements
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR RTE

Nice to have:

• AUTOSAR, Functional Safety (ISO26262) exposure
• Scripting Knowledge - Python, MATLAB
• Working knowledge of automotive protocols like CAN, Ethernet etc.