Embedded Architecture Software Engineer

Embedded Architecture Software Engineer

Are you an accomplished Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for architecting complex systems and a deep understanding of networking technologies? Ethernovia is looking for an Embedded Architecture Software Engineer to drive the development of our cutting-edge networking device software stack. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our technology, contribute to safety-critical automotive applications, and significantly expand your technical expertise within a rapidly growing company in Pune.

As an Embedded Architecture Software Engineer, you will be pivotal in defining and developing the core software for Ethernovia's networking devices. Your work will directly influence the functionality, performance, and safety of our hardware, particularly within the demanding automotive sector. We are deeply committed to functional safety and best development practices, and we expect every team member to embody this commitment.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the architecture, design, implementation, testing, and integration of Ethernovia's networking device software stack. This includes Embedded Firmware, kernel/user mode device drivers, stack extensions, debug, and test utilities, as well as automated unit/system testing.

• Architect and develop device drivers that enable user applications, middleware, and operating systems to fully leverage our feature-rich hardware.

• Design, develop, and optimize firmware that configures, controls, and monitors communication devices, interacting with host systems via device drivers to expose hardware features. This may also involve developing standalone firmware libraries within device drivers.

• Ensure the firmware is built from the ground up for safety-critical automotive applications, adhering to stringent functional safety standards.

• Actively champion and implement a culture of safety and best development practices, ensuring all architectural decisions and code implementations meet rigorous quality and compliance standards.

What You Bring:

Technical Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Software or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in embedded software architecture and development.

• Software Development Lifecycle: A strong and demonstrable understanding of the complete Software Development Lifecycle, with an emphasis on Architecture, Implementation, and Testing fundamentals.

• Programming Expertise: Proficient in C/C++ Programming Language. Experience in Python is a plus.

• Firmware Development: Extensive experience with Firmware, preferably for communication devices like Ethernet.

• Embedded Systems: Strong experience with Embedded firmware, particularly for communication devices like Ethernet.

• Integration & Testing: Proven experience with the integration and testing of firmware and low-level code.

• Hardware Interaction: Hands-on experience with hardware and embedded processors, preferably for communication devices.

• Code Optimization: Expertise in efficient code practices for code footprint and performance.

Nice-to-Have Experience With:

• Simulation and emulation platforms.

• GNU or similar compiler and debugging suites.

• Embedded programming, preferably with communication devices and hardware buses like I2C, SPI, Ethernet, and USB.

• Building Automotive or other safety-critical systems using qualification methods/processes like MISRA, ASPICE, and ISO26262.

• Communication protocols like Ethernet MAC, PHY, Switching, TCP/IP, Security, Serdes, PCIe, NTB, and SR-IOV.

• Video processing standards and protocols.

• Code Version Control and Review tools/processes (e.g., Perforce/Git, Swarm).

• Mixed-Signal systems (Analog, Digital, Digital Signal Processing (DSP)).

• ARM family of processors or similar embedded processors.

• Bootloaders like uboot or similar.

Soft Skills:

• Self-Motivation: Highly self-motivated and capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Communication: Excellent communication and documentation skills, crucial for architectural discussions and design specifications.

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of work, especially in architectural design and safety-critical implementations.

What You'll Get in Return:

• Technology Depth and Breadth Expansion: Unparalleled opportunities for technological growth that are hard to find in larger organizations.

• Career Growth: Significant opportunities to grow your career as the company expands.

• Pre-IPO Stock Options: Become a part of our success with pre-IPO stock options.

• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest advancements in networking and embedded systems.

• World-Class Team: Collaborate with highly skilled and passionate professionals.

• Competitive Base Salary: Receive a compensation package that reflects your expertise and contributions.

• Flexible Hours: Enjoy flexibility in your work schedule.