Sr. Embedded Software Developer

Shashwath Solution; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Shashwath Solution in Pune, India is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Developer to drive the full embedded firmware lifecycle from architecture through verification and release. You will work with the Design & Development team to translate requirements into robust firmware and guide a small engineering sub-team.

You will develop low-level C, Python tooling, and Linux-based solutions (YOCTO, Raspbian), collaborate with hardware engineers, and ensure performance, reliability, and documentation

Qualifications

• Extensive embedded firmware experience.
• Experience leading sub-teams of 3+ developers.
• Proficiency in C, Python, and Linux-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop embedded systems, modules, and features.
• Lead and mentor sub-teams and guide junior engineers.
• Develop, review, and maintain low-level C code and firmware modules.
• Create test plans, execute unit/integration tests, and collaborate with hardware engineers.
• Prepare technical design documents and maintain documentation.
• Ensure firmware performance, reliability, and timely releases.

Skills

Embedded C

Python

Leadership

Tools

Raspberry Pi

YOCTO

Raspbian

GitHub

JIRA

Slack

Confluence

AWS

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Embedded Software Developer to join our Technology Design & Development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the complete development cycle of embedded systems from architecture and design through development, verification, release, and documentation. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership skills, and hands-on experience in embedded firmware development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Architecture & Design
   • Architect, design, and develop embedded systems, modules, and features.
   • Translate customer requirements into system architecture/microarchitecture.
   • Create firmware specifications, module lists, and test plans.
   • Engage in technical discussions, design reviews, and present ideas effectively.
2. Team Leadership
   • Lead and mentor sub-teams (3+ developers).
   • Guide junior engineers and provide technical direction.
   • Drive feature development and ensure timely delivery of pilot goals.
3. Embedded Software Development
   • Develop, review, and maintain low-level source code (C as primary).
   • Implement firmware modules for hardware interfaces and communication protocols.
   • Design and implement efficient data structures and algorithms within constrained environments.
   • Ensure code reusability, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
4. Testing & Debugging
   • Create and execute unit and integration test cases.
   • Work with virtual/simulated environments and actual hardware.
   • Collaborate with hardware engineers to debug cross-domain issues.
   • Perform system-level troubleshooting, verification, and validation.
5. Collaboration & Documentation
   • Participate in a full firmware lifecycle from concept to deployment.
   • Work closely with hardware, QA, and cross-functional teams.
   • Prepare technical design documents and maintain proper documentation.
   • Support smooth release cycles through efficient teamwork.
   • Optimize firmware performance and support power-on/tape-out activities.
   • Conduct root-cause analysis of issues during execution.
   • Provide customer-oriented support and system performance improvements.

Required Skills & Hands-On Expertise

• Languages & OS: Embedded C, Python, Linux (YOCTO, Raspbian)
• Cloud & Connectivity: AWS, 4G GSM, Wi-Fi/BLE, MQTT, Telemetry Applications
• Hardware & Tools: Raspberry Pi / Microcontrollers, BMS, Micro Services
• Collaboration & DevOps: GitHub, JIRA, Slack, Confluence
• Strong knowledge of embedded system design, debugging, and optimization.