Firmware Technical Specialist
Summary
Senior embedded firmware specialist (12-14 years) at KiddeFenwal designing and maintaining firmware for fire detection and alarm systems in Hyderabad. Day-to-day involves Embedded C/C++ on 16/32-bit MCUs, Embedded Linux (kernel, drivers, U-Boot), Azure IoT connectivity, debugging, and driving cybersecurity compliance across the product lifecycle.
Firmware Technical Specialist
KiddeFenwal
Flat 2A, 7th Floor, Maximus Towers 2A
Raheja Mindspace, Huda Techno Enclave
Madhapur, Hyderabad, TS 500081
About KiddeFenwal
KiddeFenwal is a global leader in industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. Through our trusted brands - Kidde Fire Systems and Kidde Fire Protection
- we deliver certified fire detection, suppression, and control solutions across industrial, commercial, and marine sectors. Our Fenwal Controls business supports OEMs with gas ignition, temperature control, and overheat detection products. Headquartered in Massachusetts, USA, with operations across the United States, United Kingdom, and India, we are committed to protecting lives, livelihoods, and iconic assets worldwide.
Our Purpose
We protect lives and livelihoods through innovation, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to excellence. Integrity, safety, and teamwork are the foundation of everything we do.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Firmware Technical Specialist with 12-14 years of expertise in embedded firmware development for Fire Detection and Alarm systems. The role requires strong experience in Embedded C/C++, 16/32-bit microcontrollers, Embedded Linux, IoT Azure connectivity, cybersecurity, system troubleshooting, and product development lifecycle management.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, review, and maintain embedded firmware for Fire Detection and Alarm products.
- Analyze system requirements and translate them into firmware architecture, design, and implementation.
- Perform coding using Embedded C and C++ and execute unit, integration, and system testing.
- Work on Embedded Linux including system programming, kernel, device drivers, and U-Boot.
- Develop secure IoT-enabled solutions with Azure cloud connectivity.
- Lead firmware troubleshooting, debugging, root cause analysis, DFMEA, and RRCA activities.
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and global engineering teams across multiple time zones.
- Drive cybersecurity compliance initiatives across product portfolios.
- Maintain technical documentation, code reviews, and software quality standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong Embedded C and C++ software development experience
- Hands-on expertise with 16/32-bit microcontrollers and bare-metal programming
- Experience with I2C, SPI, RS485, Modbus and BACnet protocols
- Strong knowledge of Embedded Linux (System Programming, Kernel, Device Drivers, U-Boot)
- Azure IoT Cloud connectivity experience
- Debugging with emulators, JTAG/BDM debuggers and static code analysis tools
- Git/SVN version control and defect tracking tools
- Schematic interpretation and complex embedded system design knowledge
- Experience with DFMEA, RRCA and cybersecurity practices
Preferred Skills
Google Test/CPP Unit Testing, JIRA, Model-Based Design, Connected Solutions and IoT applications.
Education
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electronics & Communication, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline.
Experience
12 to 14 years of relevant experience in embedded firmware development.
Key Competencies
Analytical thinking, communication skills, collaboration, adaptability, customer focus, innovation mindset and commitment to product quality.