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Job-Title: Firmware Developer

Job Description:

 Handling key Firmware/System design responsibility of complex and Performance critical embedded system.

 Ability to arrive at good solutions weighing alternatives.

 Capable of designing for and estimating performance, power etc. in embedded systems involving data and control

flows.

 Firmware Development using assembly/C programming language, RTOS, Strong knowledge of structured code

development methods and debug techniques.

 Design of complex systems, algorithms and implementation for features, performance and scalability.

 Good working experience with Microcontrollers & Microprocessors, SOC environments and tools.

 Good exposure to working with simulations, FPGA environments, debug techniques.

 Excellent capability to design and deploy efficient algorithms in firmware. In-depth understanding of

software/firmware development processes/cycles.

Responsibilities:

 Architect, Design, Development and Testing of Firmware Components.

 Identifying and understanding firmware requirements and defining features and functionality in the areas of FLASH

storage.

 Engaging in all phases of new product development, including concept, architecture, documentation, design,

prototype, test and customer interfaces.

 Complete design and development cycle from Conceptualization, detailed design, Models, simulations, design

calculations, Prototyping etc.

 Evaluating firmware and system architectures, designs, implementation and assess system performance.

 Mentoring FW engineering teams in design and development of solutions.

 To be connected with current developments, competition, standards and Represent in standard bodies as necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

 B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech Degree.

 Demonstrated technical Leadership capability in FW architecture, design and development.

 Very good teamwork and communication skills.

 Good understanding of storage protocols like NVMe, SATA, USB / SD.

 Ability to meet aggressive targets and cope with changes.

 Effective oral and written communication skills.

 Experience working with global teams.

Work-Location : Bangalore

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