Embedded Software Engineer III/IV

psyc-defence; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company in Bengaluru is looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer. You will develop software for UAVs, ensuring reliable real-time performance and collaboration with hardware teams. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–8 years of experience in embedded systems development, with strong proficiency in C/C++. You will work in a fast-paced environment passionate about robotics and autonomous technologies.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years experience for Level III, 4–8 years for Level IV in embedded systems development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Experience with microcontrollers, embedded Linux, or RTOS-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for UAVs and autonomous systems.
• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for UAV and robotic platforms.
• Debug embedded systems using tools like JTAG and oscilloscopes.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

Embedded systems development

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science

Tools

JTAG

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

PSYC Aerospace & Defence Industries | Bangalore, India At PSYC Aerospace & Defence Industries, we are engineering the next generation of autonomous aerial and robotic systems across defence and advanced mobility domains. Our work spans UAVs, UGVs, and intelligent robotic platforms designed for high-performance, mission‑critical applications.

About the Role

As a member of the embedded systems team, you will:

• Develop embedded software for UAVs and autonomous systems including flight controllers and onboard systems
• Work closely with avionics, systems, and hardware teams
• Contribute to building reliable, real‑time, and high‑performance embedded solutions

Key Responsibilities

Embedded Software Development

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for UAV and robotic platforms
• Write efficient, reliable, and maintainable code in C/C++
• Develop drivers and low‑level interfaces for sensors and hardware components

Hardware-Software Integration

• Interface with microcontrollers, processors, and peripheral devices
• Work with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet
• Collaborate with hardware teams for board bring‑up and system integration

Real-Time Systems & Optimization

• Develop and optimize real‑time embedded systems (RTOS or bare‑metal)
• Ensure deterministic performance, reliability, and low‑latency execution
• Optimize memory usage, processing efficiency, and power consumption

Testing & Debugging

• Debug embedded systems using tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system validation
• Troubleshoot hardware-software interaction issues

Collaboration & Execution

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (systems, avionics, mechanical)
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
• Support rapid prototyping and iterative development cycles

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or related field
• 2–5+ years (Level III) / 4–8+ years (Level IV) experience in embedded systems development
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems
• Experience with microcontrollers, embedded Linux, or RTOS-based systems
• Understanding of hardware interfaces and communication protocols

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in UAV/UAS, drones, or autonomous systems
• Familiarity with flight controllers and embedded flight stacks
• Knowledge of control systems, sensor integration, or robotics
• Experience with debugging tools and hardware bring‑up

What We’re Looking For

• Strong problem‑solving and debugging skills
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environments
• Passion for aerospace, robotics, and autonomous technologies
• Ownership mindset with strong execution capability