Open Futures - Embedded Software Engineer - C++ Programming

Role Summary

We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer with strong expertise in C++, FPGA development, and system-level hardware integration.

The role involves designing, developing, and optimizing embedded systems for high-performance and real-time applications while collaborating closely with hardware and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities (KRAs)

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software using C++ for real-time and high-performance systems
• Work on FPGA-based development including design, simulation, and validation
• Collaborate with hardware teams for system architecture design and board bring-up activities
• Develop low-level drivers, firmware, and middleware for embedded platforms
• Optimize system performance, memory usage, and power efficiency
• Debug and resolve complex issues across hardware-software boundaries
• Integrate embedded systems with peripherals, sensors, and communication interfaces
• Participate in system testing, validation, and deployment processes
• Maintain documentation for design, development, and testing activities
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, quality processes, and best practices

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong proficiency in C++ for embedded systems development
• Hands-on experience with FPGA development (Verilog/VHDL, synthesis, simulation tools)
• Solid understanding of embedded systems architecture and real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Experience with microcontrollers, processors, and hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)
• Knowledge of board bring-up, debugging tools (JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
• Experience in Linux-based embedded systems is preferred
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills in hardware-software integrated environments
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and development workflows
• Understanding of system performance optimization and memory management

Good To Have

• Experience with high-speed interfaces and signal processing
• Exposure to networking protocols and communication stacks
• Knowledge of scripting languages like Python for automation/testing
• Experience in product development lifecycle and Agile methodologies

Education : B.Tech / M.Tech in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

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