About the role We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Architect to lead firmware sustenance, enhancement, and new feature development for next-generation medical biopsy systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in embedded software architecture, real-time operating systems, firmware development, debugging, and device-level communication protocols. This role requires hands-on technical leadership, close collaboration with global engineering teams, and the ability to drive high-quality software solutions in a regulated medical device environment. Responsibilities • Lead architecture, design, development, and sustenance of embedded firmware for medical devices. • Analyze existing firmware, identify improvement opportunities, and drive enhancement initiatives. • Design and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable embedded software solutions using C/C++. • Knowledge of RTOS like NXP MQX, FreeRTOS, Zypher etc. • Knowledge of PCB design and development, recommendation of alternative components for existing PCBs. • Provide technical leadership for debugging, performance optimization, and root-cause analysis of complex system issues. • Review software architecture, design documents, and source code to ensure compliance with engineering best practices. • Support integration of firmware with hardware peripherals and system components. • Define and implement unit, integration, and automation testing strategies for embedded software. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, QA, systems engineering, and product management. • Mentor development teams and guide technical decision-making throughout the product lifecycle. Technical requirements • 15+ years of experience in embedded software and firmware development. • Strong hands-on experience with NXP MQX, FreeRTOS or similar RTOS. • Expert-level programming skills in C and C++. • Experience with Perl scripting, particularly for graphics generation or automation tasks. • Strong knowledge of JTAG-based debugging, emulators, and associated debugging tools. • Hands-on experience with CodeWarrior IDE and similar embedded development environments. • Experience with embedded communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, UART and SPI. • Experience developing and maintaining automated test frameworks and test suites for embedded software. • Knowledge of middleware and OS internals (semaphore, mutex, task synchronizations, secure bootloader) is a good add-on. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Ability to work independently and lead technical discussions with customer and development teams. Preferred skills Domain->Embedded Systems->Embedded Hardware Engineering,Domain->Embedded Systems->Embedded Software Engineering,Technology->Embedded Software->Embedded Operating Systems and Platforms->RTOS Education Master Of Engineering,Master Of Technology,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor Of Technology