Opportunities with HCLTech - Embedded - (Fresher)

HCLTech; Chennai District, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is hiring a Graduate Engineer Trainee to design and develop embedded software for automotive, IoT, medical devices, and aerospace sectors. You will participate in the full SDLC from requirements through testing, gaining hands-on experience with C/C++, RTOS, and Embedded Linux.

Responsibilities include design, system programming, hardware interfacing, and testing using JTAG and oscilloscopes. Candidates must graduate in 2026 with a minimum 70% CGPA and a strong foundation in embedded

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or related fields with minimum 70% CGPA.
• Graduating in 2026 batch is required.
• Proven fundamentals in embedded software design and programming.

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: contribute to embedded software for microcontrollers (8/16/32-bit).
• System Programming: work on firmware, device drivers, and kernel-level code.
• Hardware Interfacing: implement protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, USB, CAN.
• Testing & Debugging: perform unit tests and system integration tests with debugging tools.
• OS Environments: exposure to RTOS and Embedded Linux environments.
• Documentation: maintain design specs and test reports.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Object-Oriented Programming

Unix/Linux

Data Structures

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

BE/B.Tech - CS/IT/SE/EC/DS

Graduation Year: 2026

Academic Criteria: 70% CGPA

Job description

Job Summary

As a Graduate Engineer Trainee you will be part of a team that designs and develops cutting‑edge embedded software and applications for diverse industries including Automotive, IoT, Medical Devices, and Aerospace. You will gain hands‑on experience in the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirement analysis to system integration and testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Assist in developing embedded software using C and C++ for various microcontrollers (8/16/32-bit).
• System Programming: Work on low-level components including firmware, device drivers, and kernel-level synchronization mechanisms.
• Hardware Interfacing: Implement communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, and CAN to interface sensors and peripherals.
• Testing & Debugging: Perform unit testing and system integration testing; use tools like JTAG/BDM debuggers, emulators, and oscilloscopes to troubleshoot issues.
• OS Environments: Gain exposure to RTOS (e.g., TI-RTOS, VxWorks) and Embedded Linux development.
• Documentation: Maintain technical documentation for design specifications and test reports.

Required Skills

• Strong fundamentals in Embedded C/C++ and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Understanding of microprocessors, microcontrollers, and Computer Architecture.
• Knowledge of Operating Systems (Unix/Linux) and Data Structures.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Language skills

• English: Professional working proficiency (mandatory)
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly in written and verbal form

Educational Qualification

• Education
• BE/B.Tech - Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Electronics, Data Science or related fields
• Graduation Year: - 2026 Batch
• Academic Criteria:
• Minimum 70% or equivalent CGPA across academics