Embedded Software

Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Bengaluru, India
Employment Type: Temp to Perm
Work Location: Bengaluru, India
Work Schedule: Full-time (Day Shift)
Interview Type: 1 Round - Virtual Interview

JOB SUMMARY

The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining embedded software solutions for hardware-based systems. This role involves close collaboration with hardware, firmware, and systems teams to deliver reliable, efficient, and high-performance embedded applications. The engineer ensures software meets functional, performance, safety, and quality requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Embedded Software Development

• Design, develop, and implement embedded software using C/C++ for microcontroller- or processor-based systems.

• Develop low-level drivers, middleware, and application-level firmware.

System Integration & Debugging

• Integrate embedded software with hardware components and peripherals.

• Debug and troubleshoot issues using JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and software debugging tools.

Requirements & Design Collaboration

• Work closely with hardware, systems, and product teams to translate requirements into software designs.

• Participate in architecture and design reviews to ensure robust and scalable solutions.

Testing & Validation

• Develop unit tests and perform software verification and validation.

• Support system-level testing and resolve defects identified during integration phases.

Real-Time & Performance Optimization

• Develop real-time software using RTOS concepts such as tasks, interrupts, timers, and synchronization.

• Optimize code for performance, memory usage, and power efficiency.

Documentation & Reporting

• Create and maintain software design documents, technical documentation, and test reports.

• Communicate development status, risks, and issues to stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Best Practices

• Follow coding standards, version control practices, and SDLC guidelines.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of embedded development processes.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Strong proficiency in Embedded C/C++

• Experience with ARM / Cortex-M / Cortex-A or similar architectures

• Knowledge of RTOS and real-time embedded systems

• Hands-on experience with hardware interfaces ( SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet)

• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills

• Familiarity with Embedded Linux or Bare-Metal development

• Experience with Git or other version control systems

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

• Commitment to continuous learning and embedded best practices