Embeded software engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Ketron Proddes Private Limited

About the Role

The Embedded Software Engineer will design, develop, and test embedded software for microcontroller- and processor-based systems in an on-site role located in the Pune Division. This is a full-time position that involves implementing firmware, optimizing code for performance and memory usage, and integrating software with hardware components.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software for microcontroller- and processor-based systems.
• Implement firmware.
• Optimize code for performance and memory usage.
• Integrate software with hardware components.
• Debug and troubleshoot issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to refine system architecture.
• Write technical documentation.
• Participate in design and code reviews.
• Support product validation and certification activities.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of features that meet quality and safety standards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong proficiency in embedded programming languages such as C and C++.
• Experience in low-level firmware development.
• Knowledge of microcontrollers, microprocessors, and embedded architectures, including interrupt handling, timers, and communication interfaces (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN).
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal development.
• Familiarity with scheduling, task management, and resource constraints.
• Ability to use debugging and testing tools for embedded systems, including in-circuit debuggers, emulators, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Understanding of software development processes, version control (e.g., Git), and collaborative workflows.
• Ability to read schematics and collaborate effectively with hardware teams on board bring-up and system integration.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent practical experience may be considered.
• Experience with safety-critical or industrial applications is an advantage.
• Experience with unit testing frameworks is an advantage.
• Experience with continuous integration pipelines is an advantage.