Senior Software Engineer

ARM Embedded Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ARM Embedded Technologies in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced firmware engineer to design, develop, test and maintain reference application processor firmware for Arm-based devices. You will implement low-level software across platforms, build software stacks for reference platforms, and contribute to test automation and continuous integration.

The role requires strong C/C++ skills, knowledge of assembly, and familiarity with Linux/Windows operating systems, drivers, and bootloaders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills with debugging ability.
• Knowledge of assembly programming is preferred.
• Experience in software development and testing.
• Understanding of Arm architecture, OS fundamentals, bootloaders and drivers.
• Experience with Linux and/or Windows OS; driver development preferred.
• Good testing, CI/CD, and test automation knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in design, development, and testing of reference firmware.
• Develop, test, and debug low-level software across platforms using boards and production systems.
• Create software stacks for Arm reference platforms for future devices.
• Develop and maintain test code.
• Build automation solutions to streamline development and testing.
• Analyze specs and roadmap requirements, break down tasks, and assist planning.
• Support software upstreaming and ongoing maintenance.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Assembly programming

Linux/Windows OS

CI/CD & test automation

English communication

Tools

Embedded firmware

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the design, development, and testing of reference application processor firmware.
• Develop, test, and debug low-level software across various platforms, including software models, development boards, and production systems.
• Create software stacks for Arm's reference platforms targeting future Arm-based devices.
• Develop and maintain test code.
• Build automation solutions to streamline development and testing activities.
• Analyze industry specifications and roadmap requirements, break down tasks, and contribute to project planning and execution.
• Support software upstreaming activities and ongoing maintenance.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills, with the ability to implement new functionality, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues.
• Knowledge of assembly programming and strong debugging skills is preferred.
• Experience in software development and/or software testing.
• Strong understanding of system architecture (preferably Arm architecture), operating system fundamentals, bootloaders, and device drivers.
• Experience with Linux and/or Windows operating systems; driver development experience is preferred.
• Good understanding of testing methodologies, CI/CD practices, and test automation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong written and verbal English proficiency.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Python programming and shell scripting.
• Basic understanding of the Linux kernel, system software, device drivers, and Android internals.
• Familiarity with open-source development processes and contribution workflows.
• Experience with software profiling, instrumentation, and optimization.
• Firmware verification and validation experience.
• Knowledge of software testing techniques, CI pipelines, and automated test frameworks.
• Experience with Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) practices.
• Familiarity with Agile and other software development methodologies.

Thank you for your time and interest. We look forward to hearing from you.