Firmware Technical Specialist

Kidde Fenwal Inc.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kidde Fenwal is seeking an experienced Firmware Technical Specialist for its Hyderabad, India location. The role requires 12–14 years of embedded firmware development experience for Fire Detection and Alarm systems, with strong expertise in Embedded C/C++, 16/32-bit MCUs, and Embedded Linux.

You will lead design, development, debugging, and cybersecurity initiatives, collaborating across hardware and software teams in multiple time zones while driving product quality and robust Azure IoT

Qualifications

• 12–14 years of embedded firmware experience for fire safety systems.
• Strong Embedded C/C++ and 16/32-bit MCU expertise.
• Proficiency in Embedded Linux, kernel, drivers and U-Boot.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, review, and maintain embedded firmware for Fire Detection and Alarm products.
• Translate requirements into firmware architecture, design, and implementation.
• Lead debugging, root-cause analysis and cybersecurity initiatives.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

16/32-bit microcontrollers

Embedded Linux

Azure IoT

JTAG/BDM debugging

Cybersecurity practices

DFMEA/RRCA

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electronics & Communication / Electrical / Computer Engineering

Tools

Git/SVN

JTAG/BDM debuggers

U-Boot

Schematic interpretation

Emulators

Job description

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Firmware Technical Specialist

Full Time Hyderabad, Telangana, IN

Firmware Technical Specialist

KiddeFenwal

About KiddeFenwal

KiddeFenwal is a global leader in industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. Through our trusted brands - Kidde Fire Systems and Kidde Fire Protection

- we deliver certified fire detection, suppression, and control solutions across industrial, commercial, and marine sectors. Our Fenwal Controls business supports OEMs with gas ignition, temperature control, and overheat detection products. Headquartered in Massachusetts, USA, with operations across the United States, United Kingdom, and India, we are committed to protecting lives, livelihoods, and iconic assets worldwide.

Our Purpose

We protect lives and livelihoods through innovation, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to excellence. Integrity, safety, and teamwork are the foundation of everything we do.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Firmware Technical Specialist with 12-14 years of expertise in embedded firmware development for Fire Detection and Alarm systems. The role requires strong experience in Embedded C/C++, 16/32-bit microcontrollers, Embedded Linux, IoT Azure connectivity, cybersecurity, system troubleshooting, and product development lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, review, and maintain embedded firmware for Fire Detection and Alarm products.
• Analyze system requirements and translate them into firmware architecture, design, and implementation.
• Perform coding using Embedded C and C++ and execute unit, integration, and system testing.
• Work on Embedded Linux including system programming, kernel, device drivers, and U-Boot.
• Develop secure IoT-enabled solutions with Azure cloud connectivity.
• Lead firmware troubleshooting, debugging, root cause analysis, DFMEA, and RRCA activities.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and global engineering teams across multiple time zones.
• Drive cybersecurity compliance initiatives across product portfolios.
• Maintain technical documentation, code reviews, and software quality standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong Embedded C and C++ software development experience
• Hands-on expertise with 16/32-bit microcontrollers and bare-metal programming
• Experience with I2C, SPI, RS485, Modbus and BACnet protocols
• Strong knowledge of Embedded Linux (System Programming, Kernel, Device Drivers, U-Boot)
• Azure IoT Cloud connectivity experience
• Debugging with emulators, JTAG/BDM debuggers and static code analysis tools
• Git/SVN version control and defect tracking tools
• Schematic interpretation and complex embedded system design knowledge
• Experience with DFMEA, RRCA and cybersecurity practices

Preferred Skills

Google Test/CPP Unit Testing, JIRA, Model-Based Design, Connected Solutions and IoT applications.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electronics & Communication, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline.

Experience

12 to 14 years of relevant experience in embedded firmware development.

Analytical thinking, communication skills, collaboration, adaptability, customer focus, innovation mindset and commitment to product quality.