Technical Lead – Embedded Control Firmware

HypTechie; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Continuous learning

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

SolarEdge Technologies in Bangalore seeks a Technical Lead – Embedded Control Firmware to drive the design and implementation of firmware for solar inverters, battery storage, and power electronics. You will lead real-time control development and collaborate across hardware, firmware, validation, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust, high-reliability solutions.

The role requires hands-on experience in embedded C/C++, RTOS or bare-metal, and strong MCU knowledge.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics with 14+ years experience OR
• M.E./M.Tech in Power Electronics/Control Systems/Embedded Systems with 12+ years experience OR
• Ph.D. in Closed-loop Control Firmware Design with 10+ years industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of embedded firmware for solar inverters, power optimizers, and storage systems.
• Architect and implement digital control algorithms in C/C++ for MCUs, ensuring real-time performance.
• Collaborate with hardware, validation, and manufacturing teams to define system requirements and robust solutions.
• Conduct testing, verification, and debugging of control firmware for high reliability.
• Perform control loop simulations and SIL/HIL testing using PLECS, MATLAB, and Typhoon HIL.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor engineers, and drive quality through development cycles.
• Support certification processes, production ramp-up, and post-deployment debugging.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Control Algorithms

MCU Firmware

RTOS

SPI

I2C

UART

CAN

JTAG/SWD

EMI/EMC

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics

M.E./M.Tech in Power Electronics/Control Systems/Embedded Systems

Ph.D. in Closed-loop Control Firmware Design

Tools

Git

PLECS

MATLAB

Typhoon HIL

Job description

Location: Bangalore, India

Experience: 12–14+ Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Renewable Energy / Embedded Systems / Power Electronics

Department: R&D (Research & Development)

Company Overview:

SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ: SEDG) is a global leader in smart energy technology, with over 4,000 employees, operations in 34 countries, and millions of solar energy installations worldwide. Our product portfolio includes industry-leading solar inverters, energy storage systems, EV chargers, and AI-powered energy management platforms. Driven by a vision of a sustainable energy future, SolarEdge fosters a culture of innovation, agility, and impactful work. We offer opportunities to work in a multidisciplinary environment—spanning R&D, manufacturing, and customer operations—enabling our employees to thrive and grow in the rapidly evolving energy sector.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Technical Lead – Embedded Control Firmware to join our growing R&D team in Bangalore. In this high-impact role, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of embedded control firmware for our next-generation solar power conversion products. You’ll work at the cutting edge of energy technology and embedded control systems, collaborating with world-class engineering teams to drive innovation and product excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of embedded firmware for solar inverters, power optimizers, and battery storage systems.
• Architect and implement digital control algorithms in C/C++ for various MCUs/processors, ensuring real-time performance and system stability.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware, validation, and manufacturing) to define system requirements and implement robust embedded solutions.
• Conduct testing, verification, and debugging of control firmware, ensuring high reliability and performance in diverse operating conditions.
• Perform control loop simulations and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing using PLECS, MATLAB, and Typhoon HIL.
• Participate in code reviews, provide technical mentorship to team members, and drive quality standards across development cycles.
• Support certification processes, production ramp-up, and post-deployment debugging of control firmware.
• Stay updated with industry advancements, contributing innovative ideas to enhance firmware architecture and product efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics Engineering with 14+ years of experience (OR)
• M.E./M.Tech in Power Electronics/Control Systems/Embedded Systems with 12+ years of experience (OR)
• Ph.D. in Closed-loop Control Firmware Design with 10+ years of industrial experience.

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Strong expertise in embedded C/C++ development for real-time digital control systems.
• Proven experience in control algorithm development for DC/AC inverters, DC/DC converters, and switching power supplies.
• Hands-on experience in microcontroller-based firmware (e.g., TI, ST, Renesas).
• Proficiency with RTOS or bare-metal programming and interrupt-driven system design.
• Solid knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN) and device driver development.
• Deep understanding of MCU peripherals, ADC/DAC, PWM, and power stage integration.
• Experience with JTAG/SWD debuggers, board bring-up, and system validation.
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC compliance, safety standards, and quality processes in power electronics.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in the renewable energy, solar, or power electronics industry.
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and software development workflows.
• Exposure to certification processes for grid-tied inverters or battery-based systems.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join SolarEdge?

• Be a key driver in building cutting-edge clean energy technologies.
• Collaborate with global experts on mission-critical firmware systems.
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• Competitive compensation, continuous learning, and career growth opportunities.