Senior Specialist - Embedded Firmware

Hubbell Incorporated; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and debug embedded software and firmware for product enhancements and new development in Chennai, India.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet technical requirements, write robust firmware in C/C++, and contribute to system-level debugging and validation. A strong background in embedded hardware and real-time communication protocols is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EE/CE/SE/CS or related field.
• 7+ years of embedded firmware or software experience.
• Experience in embedded C/C++ programming.
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and embedded hardware.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders and engineering teams to understand embedded system requirements.
• Develop firmware for embedded systems including microcontrollers, sensors, and interface circuits.
• Write and maintain embedded software that meets specifications and project deadlines.
• Support hardware/software integration and system-level debugging.
• Assist with testing, validation, and troubleshooting of embedded systems.
• Support existing products by implementing enhancements and resolving technical issues.
• Maintain documentation and code throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Microcontrollers

Real-time systems

Debugging tools

Problem solving

Education

BS in Electrical/Computer/Software or CS

Tools

Debugging tools

Development environments

Job description

The Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, and debugs embedded software systems and firmware in support of product enhancements and new product development. This role contributes to the implementation and maintenance of embedded solutions while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet technical requirements and project schedules.

Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:

• Collaborating with stakeholders and engineering teams to understand embedded system requirements
• Developing firmware for embedded systems including microcontrollers, sensors, and interface circuits
• Writing and maintaining embedded software that meets specifications and project deadlines
• Supporting hardware/software integration and system‑level debugging
• Assisting with testing, validation, and troubleshooting of embedded systems
• Supporting existing products by implementing enhancements and resolving technical issues
• Maintaining documentation and code throughout the product lifecycle

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (required)
• 7+ years of embedded firmware or software programming experience (required)
• Experience with embedded C/C++ programming (required)
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and embedded hardware systems
• Basic understanding of real‑time systems and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, etc.)
• Experience working with debugging tools and development environments
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Willingness to learn new tools, frameworks, and technologies

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.