Please note that this is a combined hardware & firmware role.
Job Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain both hardware and embedded firmware for electronic devices and systems, with a focus on AR and Audio-based applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, mechanical, and optical engineers to deliver integrated hardware-firmware solutions.
Analyse system requirements and specifications to design efficient, reliable hardware and firmware architectures.
Develop, test, and debug hardware circuits as well as firmware during prototyping, validation, and production phases.
Optimise firmware for performance, memory usage, and power efficiency, while ensuring robust hardware integration.
Support PCB design, schematic review, component selection, and validation testing.
Document hardware schematics, firmware design, implementation, and testing processes in a structured and maintainable way.
Collaborate with external partners and suppliers for seamless hardware and firmware integration.
Participate in hardware bring-up, board testing, and firmware code reviews to ensure quality, adherence to standards, and knowledge sharing.
Programming Skills :
Proficiency in C programming (must-have).
Familiarity with C++ and Python is an advantage.
Firmware Knowledge :
Experience in RTOS and bare-metal programming .
Proficiency in USB communication and Bluetooth technology .
Understanding of communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, I2S and experience in interfacing sensors and peripherals.
Hardware Knowledge :
Experience in Altium circuit design, PCB design tools , and debugging hardware prototypes.
Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals, power management, and component-level design.
Other Skills :
Strong analytical skills and logical thinking.
Ability to work independently as well as in collaborative teams.
Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills for both hardware and firmware issues.
Firmware Engineer • Bengaluru, Karnataka, India