Firmware Engineer

As a Firmware Engineer at Grid OS, you will take a leadership role in designing and optimizing the firmware for our innovative IoT products. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and drive firmware development from conception to production. Your expertise will ensure the seamless functionality and reliability of our hardware systems, enabling cutting-edge solutions for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of firmware for embedded devices and systems, ensuring alignment with project requirements and timelines.
• Oversee and participate in the modification, debugging, and documentation of existing firmware, adhering to change control processes.
• Perform advanced testing and validation of firmware modules, ensuring performance, scalability, and stability.
• Research and prototype new technologies, driving innovation and improving product efficiency.
• Collaborate with hardware, electrical engineering, and product management teams to ideate and implement robust solutions.
• Act as the technical liaison with customers, advising and assisting in the creation of customized systems.
• Lead Code and Algorithms optimization to improve on Product/System performance.
• Drive the evaluation and selection of SoCs and chipsets, ensuring compatibility with project goals and constraints, including expertise in low-cost chipsets.
• Ensure the smooth migration between chipsets as required, demonstrating versatility in handling a variety of hardware platforms.
• Stay updated on IoT, cellular standards, industry trends, emerging technologies ensuring that products meet current and future requirements.
• Champion the adoption of best practices in embedded software development, including Agile and V-model methodologies.
• Provide regular progress updates and technical reports to stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and transparency.

Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related fields.
• Experience: At least 3-5 years of hands-on experience in embedded firmware development, with a proven track record of leading projects or teams and experience with architectures like ARM Cortex, Atmega, PIC, PowerPC, iMX6, etc.
• Proficiency in embedded systems design with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Expertise in Linux development/custom environments is a good to have.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP, HTTPS, FTP) and troubleshooting network stacks.
• Proficiency in embedded Linux development across user space, drivers, and kernel levels.
• Experience with hardware interfaces such as UART, SPI, GPIO, I2C, JTAG, and USB, as well as RF, Audio, BMS, and Modbus subsystems.
• Familiarity with cellular and IoT standards (e.g., GSM, GPRS, LTE, NB-IoT) and SoCs like Quectel and Espressif.
• Competence in reverse engineering and the ability to analyse and build upon third-party code.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to lead teams, delegate tasks, and foster a collaborative development environment.
• Strong communication skills to interface effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to tackle complex challenges and deliver innovative firmware solutions.
• Continuous Learning: A strong curiosity and eagerness to learn and adapt to new product requirements and emerging technologies.

This role is ideal for a seasoned firmware expert with a passion for IoT innovation, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,200, ₹1,600,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pune, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Firmware: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person