Technical Lead - Embedded System (8-12 yrs)

Job Title: Tech Lead (Embedded C++, Linux, IoT)

Location: Bangalore, India

Experience: 8 - 12 Years

Designation: Tech Lead

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tech Lead to lead our Embedded C++, Linux, and IoT development efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in embedded systems, IoT platforms, and communication protocols. You will be responsible for leading a team, designing and implementing robust IoT solutions, and ensuring seamless integration with cloud platforms like Azure. This role demands a fast learner with excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of thriving in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Responsibilities :

Technical Leadership & Mentoring:

- Lead a team of embedded and IoT developers, providing technical guidance and mentorship.

- Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and promote best practices.

- Drive architectural decisions and ensure alignment with project goals.

- Embedded C/C++ Development:

- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance embedded software using C and C++.

- Apply strong object-oriented programming principles.

- Develop and optimize firmware for IoT edge devices.

Embedded Linux & IoT Platforms :

- Work extensively with Embedded Linux for IoT edge device development.

- Integrate and utilize various IoT platforms.

- Experience with Azure Cloud connectivity.

Communication Protocols & Interfaces :

- Develop and implement communication interfaces (I2C, SPI, RS232/485, USB).

- Implement and utilize industrial protocols (Ethernet, Modbus, REST - preferred).

- Work with short-range protocols (MQTT, HTTP, BLE, Wi-Fi).

- Develop webserver functionality.

IoT Edge & Cloud Connectivity :

- Develop IoT edge firmware and ensure seamless cloud connectivity (Azure).

- Implement secure communication protocols for data transmission.

Containerization & Scripting :

- Experience with Docker and containerization.

- Develop shell scripts for automation and system management.

- Develop multithreading and multiprocessing applications.

- Implement App Containerization.

Architecture & Design :

- Understand and contribute to the architecture of embedded systems.

- Quickly grasp existing working modules and adapt to new requirements.

Team Collaboration & Tools :

- Work effectively as a team player.

- Utilize version control systems (Git) and bug tracking tools (JIRA).

Required Skills and Experience :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

- 8-12 years of experience in embedded software and IoT development.

- Strong proficiency in Embedded C and C++.

- Extensive experience with Embedded Linux.

- Solid understanding of IoT platforms and cloud connectivity (Azure).

- Experience with communication interfaces (I2C, SPI, RS232/485, USB).

- Experience with IoT protocols (MQTT, HTTP, BLE, Wi-Fi).

- Experience with Docker and containers.

- Experience with shell scripting, multithreading and multiprocessing.

- Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Experience with Git and Jira.

Good to Have :

- Experience with industrial protocols (Ethernet, Modbus, REST).

- Experience with 16/32 bit microcontrollers. (STM32, ESP32)

- Checklist Questions (for Interview/Evaluation) :

- Number of Years of development experience in embedded like controllers, Processors, Build systems, GPIO (exclusive of testing, documentation, leading, mentoring, managing etc.)

- Specifically state number of years of exp in Linux (4 years exp mandatory)

- Number of years of hands-on experience in C programming. (4 years exp mandatory)

- Number of years of hands-on experience in C ++ programming. 4 years exp mandatory)

- How do you rate yourself in each programming language

- Working knowledge on 16/32-bit microcontrollers (STM32, ESP32) - Yes/No

- Experience working on peripheral drivers using I2C, SPI. UART. Pls quote sensors and peripherals you had developed I2C, SPI drivers for.

- How do you rate yourself in OOPS concepts

- Rate yourself in Multithreading and related concepts.

- Experience working in one or more industrial protocol like Modbus RTU, Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet/IP etc. State specifically protocol you worked with and number of years of exp

- Did you work on CAN, RS 485, MQTT, HTTP, BLE, Wi-Fi. Please mention protocols worked on

- Are you ready to work from Bangalore location? (Yes/No)