Senior Embedded Software Developer — Python & Embedded Linux

i-TEK RFID; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

i-TEK RFID is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Developer to build production‑grade Python applications on Embedded Linux for ARM64/x86_64 devices. You will create PyQt/PySide GUIs and integrate hardware via GPIO, UART, SPI, I2C, USB, and Ethernet, while enabling MQTT and REST‑based cloud/backend communication.

You will own testing, device monitoring, and deployment workflows, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure reliability. Strong debugging and Git practices are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of software/embedded development experience.
• Strong experience with PyQt/PySide/Qt and Embedded Linux.
• Experience with hardware interfaces (GPIO, UART, I2C, SPI, USB) and RFID integration desirable.
• Experience with MQTT/REST APIs and networking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production‑grade Python applications on Embedded Linux.
• Build responsive PyQt/PySide GUI applications for industrial/touchscreen devices.
• Integrate and control hardware using GPIO/UART/UART/RS485/SPI/I2C/USB/Ethernet.
• Develop MQTT‑based device communication for telemetry, commands, events, and remote configuration.
• Integrate embedded applications with REST APIs and web/backend services.
• Develop background services, device monitoring, diagnostics, logging, and recovery mechanisms.
• Build Python‑based automated tests and production tools for device configuration and validation.
• Work with Linux services, systemd, networking, processes, threads, and device interfaces.
• Debug and resolve hardware/software integration issues in development and production.
• Write clean, maintainable, well‑tested code and participate in code reviews.

Skills

PyQt/PySide/Qt

Embedded Linux

GPIO

UART/serial

RFID integration

MQTT

REST APIs

HTTP/HTTPS/JSON/TCPIP

Python threading/asyncio

systemd/Linux services

Git

Tools

Docker on Embedded Linux

Yocto/Buildroot

Job description

i-TEK RFID is one of India's leading RFID and intelligent automation companies with over 25 years of experience in delivering enterprise-grade solutions across retail, logistics, supply chain, FASTag, E-Seal, warehousing and industrial automation.

Our solutions power some of the largest retail and enterprise transformation initiatives in India.

As part of our expansion strategy, we are looking to strengthen our South India sales team.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Developer with strong hands‑on experience in Python and Embedded Linux to develop software for our ARM64/x86_64-based embedded products.

This is a hands‑on individual contributor role, focused on building production‑grade applications that interact with hardware, provide local graphical interfaces, and communicate with backend/cloud systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production‑grade Python applications on Embedded Linux.
• Build responsive PyQt/PySide GUI applications for industrial/touchscreen devices.
• Integrate and control hardware using GPIO, UART/RS232/RS485, SPI, I2C, USB, and Ethernet.
• Integrate RFID readers and industrial peripherals with embedded applications.
• Develop MQTT‑based device communication for telemetry, commands, events, and remote configuration.
• Integrate embedded applications with REST APIs and web/backend services.
• Develop background services, device monitoring, diagnostics, logging, and recovery mechanisms.
• Build Python‑based automated tests and production tools for device configuration and validation.
• Work with Linux services, systemd, networking, processes, threads, and device interfaces.
• Debug and resolve hardware/software integration issues in development and production.
• Write clean, maintainable, well‑tested code and participate in code reviews.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of software/embedded development experience.

Required Skills

• Strong experience with PyQt, PySide, or Qt.
• Hands‑on Embedded Linux experience.
• Experience with GPIO and hardware interfaces.
• Experience with UART/serial communication and industrial peripherals.
• Experience with RFID integration is highly desirable.
• Strong experience with MQTT and REST APIs.
• Good understanding of HTTP/HTTPS, JSON, TCP/IP, and networking.
• Experience with Python threading, asyncio, multiprocessing, or event‑driven programming.
• Experience with systemd/Linux services and embedded device deployment.
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills.
• Good Git and software development practices.

Preferred Skills

• ARM64 SBCs such as Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone, or custom boards.
• Yocto or Buildroot.
• Docker on Embedded Linux.
• OTA updates and remote device management.
• WebSockets and cloud IoT platforms.
• Hardware‑in‑the‑loop and production test automation.
• Working knowledge of C/C++ for understanding and debugging low‑level components.

Python is the primary development language. Embedded Linux, PyQt, GPIO, MQTT, REST, and hardware integration are the core focus of this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.