Senior Software Engineer, Firmware

AMETEK, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Firmware in Bengaluru to design, develop and test embedded software for Test and Calibration instruments within the Sensor, Test & Calibration BU.

The role requires hands-on experience with C/C++, RTOS, Embedded Linux and low-level drivers, plus collaboration with teams in the USA and Denmark to deliver robust firmware solutions. You will work across multiple stages of R&D, perform board bring-up, validate drivers, write hardware abstraction

Qualifications

• Experience with C/C++ on RTOS, BareMetal and Embedded Linux.
• Experience with peripherals ( USB, UART, SPI, I2C ) and device drivers.
• Excellent analytical and debugging skills.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators and logic analysers.
• Experience with board bring up and validation.
• Ability to understand electronic schematics and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with a variety of microprocessors and microcontrollers from NXP, TI, ST.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test embedded firmware on RTOS, BareMetal and Embedded Linux, using C/C++.
• Develop / integrate communication protocols and low-level drivers for peripherals (like USB, UART, SPI, I2C etc…)
• Develop and test hardware abstraction libraries for usage by application modules.
• Add, maintain or improve the features in existing instruments.
• Gather requirements by discussing with other stakeholders, design, implement and validate.
• Interact with other engineering / non-engineering staff, within India and across geographies (USA, Denmark).
• Generate ideas for product improvements.
• Identify areas for process improvements and implement best practices.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

Embedded Linux

Peripheral drivers

Hardware bring-up

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics / Computer Engineering

Tools

NXP microprocessors

TI microcontrollers

ST microcontrollers

Job description

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer, Firmware

Location: Bangalore, KA, IN, 560048

Business Unit: Sensor, Test & Calibration

Posting Date: Jul 20, 2026

Job Description: The Senior Firmware Engineer will design, develop and test embedded software for Test and Calibration instruments within STC BU. Candidate must be able to work across multiple stages of R&D projects and manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test embedded firmware on RTOS, BareMetal and Embedded Linux, using C/C++.
• Develop / integrate communication protocols and low-level drivers for peripherals (like USB, UART, SPI, I2C etc…)
• Develop and test hardware abstraction libraries for usage by application modules.
• Add, maintain or improve the features in existing instruments.
• Gather requirements by discussing with other stakeholders, design, implement and validate.
• In this role, Individual is expected to interact with other engineering / non-engineering staff, within India and across geographies (USA, Denmark).
• Generate ideas for product improvements.
• Identify areas for process improvements and implement best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with C/C++ on RTOS, BareMetal and Embedded Linux.
• Experience with peripherals (like USB, UART, SPI, I2C etc…), hardware abstraction modules and device drivers.
• Excellent analytical and debugging skills.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators and logic analysers.
• Experience with board bring up and validation.
• Ability to understand electronic schematics and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with a variety of microprocessors and microcontrollers from NXP, TI, ST etc.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with temperature sensors and calibration instruments.
• Experience with data acquisition and signal processing.
• Knowledge of bootloaders and firmware upgrade methods.
• Knowledge of networking and security.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics / Computer Engineering or in a similar technical discipline

Experience

• 6 to 10 years of experience in embedded firmware development on microprocessors and microcontrollers.

#CareForTomorrow

At AMETEK STC we believe in building a sustainable future for our customers, colleagues, suppliers, and the communities in which we operate. We take an active role in promoting real change, by contributing to a healthy, fair, and sustainable society in many of the countries our facilities are located. We call it #CareForTomorrow!

https://www.ametekstc.com/about-us/carefortomorrow

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions servinga diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual,Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEKisa component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.