Embedded Software Engineer

About Client:

Our Client is a global IT services company headquartered in Southborough, Massachusetts, USA. Founded in 1996, with a revenue of $1.8B, with 35,000+ associates worldwide, specializes in digital engineering, and IT services company helping clients modernize their technology infrastructure, adopt cloud and AI solutions, and accelerate innovation. It partners with major firms in banking, healthcare, telecom, and media.

Our Client is known for combining deep industry expertise with agile development practices, enabling scalable and cost-effective digital transformation. The company operates in over 50 locations across more than 25 countries, has delivery centers in Asia, Europe, and North America and is backed by Baring Private Equity Asia.

Job Title:Embedded C++ Software Engineer

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Job Locations: Chennai

Experience: 7-12

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Position Overview

Embedded C++ Software Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software using C++.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define requirements and ensure seamless hardware–software integration.
• Optimize system performance, memory usage, and power consumption.
• Debug and resolve issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and debuggers.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and technical decision-making.
• Support continuous integration, automated testing, and version control processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

• 5+ years

  of experience in embedded software development in C++ and a strong understanding of object-oriented design principles.
• Hands-on experience with embedded systems development, including microcontrollers and microprocessors (e.g., ARM, PIC, AVR).
• Hands-on experience with

  real-time operating systems (RTOS)

  such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Embedded Linux, real-time constraints, and interrupt-driven programming.
• Proficiency in common communication protocols\ hardware interfaces (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, USB).
• Proficiency in debugging tools, emulators, and unit testing frameworks.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Git, Jenkins, etc.
• Exposure to cybersecurity in embedded systems.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and reliability

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