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We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Summary:

We are looking for a Senior Engineer -Firmware . You will have 5 + years of experience. You will design, programme, debug and modify software. You will troubleshoot code for firmware (IC embedded code) applications. Involves analogue and digital hardware and software operating systems.

You will report to the Team Lead, Firmware and will be, working in hybrid mode based in Bangalore, India.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design firmware for the Micro800 PLC family.
• Implement embedded firmware using IAR Embedded Workbench, and perform debugging through JTAG and other hardware debug tools.
• Work with cross‑functional teams in both Bangalore and Singapore (Firmware, Hardware, System Test, Product Management).
• Participate in Agile processes, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily stand-ups.
• Perform technical investigation, root cause analysis, debugging, and systematic verification of firmware issues.
• Maintain clear, high‑quality engineering documentation including design specifications, interface definitions, and plans.
• Participate in design reviews and code reviews to ensure robustness, security, and maintainability of firmware.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes, and quality practices.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor or Master in Electrical/Computer/Computer Science Engineering.
• Have 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware/software product development. Prior experience in industrial automation will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in C programming for embedded systems; C++ experience is required.
• Practical experience with STM32 or similar 32‑bit MCU architectures, including low‑level driver development.
• Experience with development in the following areas for embedded system:
  • Development with RTOS, such as VxWorks, Quadros, ThreadX or others.
  • Develop communication protocols like TCP/IP, Ethernet/USB/WIFI and CAN/Profibus.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• Have experience implementing firmware in digital and analogue hardware-oriented design based on chip/component specification, hardware design and schematics.
• Experience documenting firmware/embedded software design, hardware/firmware interface. Have knowledge in different established design techniques and design patterns.
• Experience solving complex problems. Experience using different hardware-assisted debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer etc.).
• Have experience leading process improvements to improve organisation capabilities with results based on embedded software development modern practices and tools.
• We prefer knowledge of industrial automation, control systems, or PLCs.

What We Offer:

Our benefits package includes …

• Comprehensive mindfulness programmes with a premium membership to Calm
• Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees
• Company volunteer and donation matching programme – We match your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity with a charitable donation.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personalised wellbeing programmes through our OnTrack programme
• On-demand digital course library for professional development

... and other local benefits!

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.