Client:
PCB Designers & Manufacturers
Location:
NSN Palayam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Experience:
2+ Yrs
Salary:
NEGOTIABLE
Title:
Firmware Engineer
The role is responsible for hands-on coding, debugging, hardware coordination, and developing new firmware concepts. You will work closely with the hardware, validation, and production teams to ensure the smooth functioning and reliability of the product.
Job Responsibilities:
> Firmware Development
- Develop firmware in Embedded C for 8/16/32-bit microcontrollers (e.g. PIC, Nuvotonetc..)
- Interface with hardware peripherals: GPIO, ADC, PWM, Timers, UART, I2C, SPI, etc.
- Implement communication protocols and control logic
- Write modular and well-documented code using best practices
- Use version control for firmware
> New Concept / Feature Development
- Support development of new product features and prototypes
- Create proof-of-concept firmware for early-stage idea validation
- Collaborate with team during features planning
- Suggest improvements based on real-world application needs
> Testing & Debugging
- Perform unit-level and integration testing of firmware modules
- Use tools like oscilloscope, logic analyzer, UART terminals, and IDE debuggers (e.g., MPLAB, Keil)
- Assist validation team in real-time testing and application simulation
- Identify and resolve firmware bugs and performance issues
- Support hardware-firmware integration testing
Hardware Coordination
- Understand hardware schematics, pinouts, and datasheets
- Work closely with hardware engineers during initial Board power ON
- Identify whether an issue is firmware-related or hardware-related
- Ensure correct peripheral configurations and timing
> Documentation & Release
- Create documentation: flowcharts
- Maintain firmware version history and release notes
- Participate in design reviews and code walkthroughs
- Provide firmware loading guides for production/QA teams
> Failure Analysis & Support
- Support field testing and production debug
- Assist in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of software-related failures
- Implement firmware corrections and validate fixes
- Provide debug logs, issue reports, and traceability support for CAPA
Skills Required
Technical Skills
- Proficient in Embedded C programming
- Strong understanding of microcontroller internals
- Experience with MCUs like STM32, PIC, Atmel, etc.
- Hands-on with communication protocols: UART, I2C, SPI, Modbus, etc.
- Debugging using IDE tools, serial logs, and lab instruments
- Familiarity with interrupt handling, timers, watchdogs, and low-power modes
- Structured and maintainable coding style
- Strong debugging and analytical skills
- Good communication and documentation habits
- Team-oriented with a proactive learning attitude
Contact:
Sandeep Sathyan - HR Consultant @
(+91 8525 898 380 - Voice & Whatsapp)