Hardware & Firmware R&D Engineer
V-Guard
8 - 10 years
Kochi
Posted: 20/12/2025
Job Description
About the Role
We are building advanced technology products that require strong engineering fundamentals, rapid execution, and innovative thinking. The Hardware & Firmware R&D Engineer will play a key role in developing new product platforms from concept to prototype. This role is suited for engineers who excel in hands-on development and can independently translate ideas into functional hardware and firmware solutions.
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Key Responsibilities
Hardware Development
Lead end-to-end development of electronic hardware for next-generation products.
Design analog and digital circuits, develop schematics, and create high-quality PCB layouts.
Evaluate and integrate sensors, actuators, wireless modules, embedded processors, and power systems.
Build proof-of-concepts (POCs) and engineering prototypes.
Conduct hardware testing, validation, debugging, and iterative improvements.
Firmware Development
Develop efficient, reliable firmware for microcontrollers, SoCs, and embedded platforms.
Work with C/C++, RTOS, and embedded frameworks.
Implement device drivers and communication protocols including IC, SPI, UART, USB, PWM, and ADC.
Develop communication stacks, control algorithms, and system-level integration logic.
System Integration
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, firmware, cloud, and UX teams for holistic product integration.
Conduct system-level testing and performance optimization across hardware, firmware, and supporting subsystems.
Drive rapid iteration cycles for prototype refinement and performance validation.
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Required Skills and Competencies
Hardware
Strong expertise in analog/digital circuit design.
High-speed PCB design experience using Altium, Cadence, or OrCAD.
Practical understanding of sensors, motors, actuators, and power electronics.
Experience with BLE, Wi-Fi, and RF communication technologies.
Proficiency with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power analyzers.
Firmware
Proficiency in C/C++, embedded software development, and RTOS environments.
Hands-on experience with ARM Cortex, STM32, ESP32, and similar microcontroller platforms.
Strong understanding of embedded communication protocols and driver development.
Experience with control algorithms and system-level firmware architecture.
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Experience Required
68 years of experience in electronics and embedded systems engineering.
Demonstrated ability to deliver functional hardware and firmware prototypesnot limited to simulations.
Experience in R&D environments, rapid prototyping, or consumer electronics development is preferred.
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Role Expectations
Ability to independently take concepts through the full development cycle: Concept Hardware Design Firmware Development Prototype Testing Iteration.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under ambiguity and tight timelines.
Commitment to engineering excellence, attention to detail, and high-quality execution.
Ability to take ownership of technical deliverables and contribute meaningfully to product innovation.
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Why Join Us
Opportunity to work in a focused, high-performing engineering team.
Significant ownership and autonomy in product architecture and development.
Exposure to advanced technologies and cutting-edge product innovation.
Direct impact on the companys technology roadmap and future product portfolio.
Qualification:
Btech Electronics /Mtech Electronics
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