Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - Linux

Summary role description: 

Hiring for an Embedded Firmware Engineer for a fast-growing energy technology company.

Company description:

Our client is one of the fastest-growing energy technology companies in India, founded by some of the leaders in this space. They lead technological innovation for the most effective energy delivery system in automated metering, smart energy, data capture, analytics, and smart workflows. They are the pioneer and market leader in end-to-end AMI technology, comprising Smart Meters, Communication Networks, and Central Systems. Their 100% made-in-India smart automation solutions solve the most difficult and complex problems in technical and commercial losses in energy distribution. Their team of 350+ devoted professionals have been working hard for more than 10 years, to change how energy is distributed in India and around the world. They are a culture-driven technology business, with core values of putting employees first, entrepreneurship, honesty, and respect.

Role details:

• Title / Designation: Embedded Firmware Engineer
• Reporting Manager: Function Head - Embedded
• Location: Delhi
• Work Mode: Work from office 

Role & responsibilities:

• Design and develop firmware/embedded software for Class 1.0 and 0.2 Energy Meters.
• Create architectural and detailed design documents from requirements.
• Develop, optimize, and productize requirements into firmware, electronic devices, and related accessories.
• Simplify code structure for testing and debugging.
• Test modules using virtual environments, mocking, faking, and stubs.
• Automate alerts for system availability and performance 

Candidate requirements:

• 12+ years of experience in embedded firmware development or similar roles.
• Proficiency in C for embedded systems; strong understanding of pointers, data structures, algorithms, and programming flow control.
• Expertise in microcontrollers, microprocessors, ARM architecture, low-level and peripheral device drivers, and communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C).
• Knowledge of memory management, linker files, make files, and debugging tools.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git), real-time operating systems (RTOS), and communication protocols (TCP, UDP).
• Ability to create test modules in C/Python for PC environments.
• Knowledge of hardware design principles, schematics, and datasheets.
• Experience with Yocto/Linux build systems and writing bootloaders from scratch.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, or equivalent engineering field.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Selection process:

• Technical Assessment
• Interview with Senior Manager - Embedded
• Interview with Function Head - Embedded
• Interview with CTO
• HR Discussions