Lead Hardware Engineer

Location: Hyderabad Employment Type: Full-time Experience: 8 – 12 years in Hardware, Embedded Systems, or Product Development, with at least 3 + years leading multidisciplinary teams within corporate or enterprise environments.

About ZenV Innovations

ZenV Innovations is a DeepTech + AI software company building the next generation of intelligent, secure, and scalable systems. We design and develop AI-first SaaS platforms, advanced embedded hardware, and data-driven software that help organizations work smarter, faster, and safer. Our expertise spans artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and hardware engineering — enabling seamless integration between devices, data, and digital ecosystems. From designing custom hardware and firmware to delivering adaptive, AI-enabled software platforms, we create end-to-end solutions that empower enterprises, governments, and communities to operate with precision and trust. At ZenV, we don’t just build technology — we cultivate intelligence that learns, protects, and evolves. Every creation reflects our belief in conscious engineering, where innovation meets integrity, and systems are designed to adapt and endure. We engineer the future consciously, guided by our core philosophy — Think. Adapt. Evolve.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Lead Hardware Engineer to drive end-to-end design, development, and delivery of cutting-edge embedded hardware systems. This role demands strong technical expertise in electronics design, firmware integration, and system-level engineering — paired with leadership skills to mentor teams and execute complex DeepTech projects from concept to production. You will architect robust, scalable, and field-tested hardware platforms that power ZenV’s product lines across AgriTech, MedTech, Defence, and Secure IoT domains.

Key Responsibilities:Technical & Product Leadership

● Lead end-to-end product development — from concept, design, and prototyping to testing, validation, and production. ● Architect and guide hardware–firmware co-design for embedded and edge computing systems. ● Collaborate with product management, operations, and QA teams to align engineering goals with business and customer needs. ● Ensure system integration, performance optimization, and long-term reliability. ● Drive innovation and applied R&D in emerging DeepTech domains including AgriTech automation, MedTech instrumentation, and secure embedded systems.

Hardware Expertise

● Deep, hands-on experience with microcontrollers and processors (ESP32, STM32, NXP, Raspberry Pi, etc.). ● Exposure to FPGAs, Nvidia Jetson, and custom SoCs for defence- or space-grade systems. ● Strong background in circuit design, PCB review, debugging, and validation. ● Expertise in communication protocols: UART, SPI, I²C, CAN, USB, Ethernet. ● Skilled in sensor interfacing, power management, and rugged hardware design for field and industrial environments.

Firmware & Embedded Software

● Proficiency in C/C++ and Python for embedded systems. ● Experience with FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or vendor SDKs (STM HAL, ESP-IDF, etc.). ● Strong understanding of firmware security, OTA mechanisms, and hardware–software interfacing. ● Familiar with connectivity stacks: BLE, Wi-Fi, LoRa, Modbus, ZigBee, etc. ● Competence in embedded data logging, diagnostics, and performance tuning.

Domain-Specific Contributions

● Smart & Secure Systems: Edge controllers, authentication modules, secure hardware tokens. ● AgriTech: Sensor-driven automation, irrigation and environment monitoring systems. ● MedTech/HealthTech: Portable diagnostic and health monitoring devices with regulatory compliance. ● Defence & Space: Ruggedized, precision-embedded systems with emphasis on reliability and environmental resilience.

Team & Client Management

● Lead, mentor, and upskill hardware and firmware engineers across projects. ● Conduct technical reviews of schematics, layouts, and firmware architecture. ● Collaborate directly with international clients and partners for design validation, updates, and technology transfers. ● Contribute to project planning, documentation, and delivery with strong ownership and clear communication.

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering. ● 8+ years of hands-on experience in embedded hardware, firmware, and product development. ● Proven record of building, testing, and shipping commercial or industrial-grade products. ● Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with exposure to global client engagement.

Preferred Attributes:

● Experience in IoT ecosystems (device–cloud–app integration). ● Understanding of regulatory/testing standards (medical, industrial, EMI/EMC). ● Ability to build and grow multidisciplinary product engineering teams. ● Entrepreneurial mindset, adaptable to a fast-paced DeepTech environment.

Application Details

Send your updated resume to careers@zenv.ai with the subject line: “Application for Lead Hardware Engineer – ZenV Innovations”

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹2,000,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund