Firmware Engineer
PhonePe
Firmware Engineer
PhonePe
Digital payments platform enabling UPI transactions
Job Summary:
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Firmware Engineer to join our team working on the Phonepe devices like Smart speaker, DQR devices, Printer etc. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining firmware solutions for the smart speaker and various other devices within Phonepe's ecosystem. If you are enthusiastic about hardware, firmware development, and device integration, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
● Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers, to define firmware requirements and specifications for the smart speaker and associated devices.
● Design, develop, and test firmware solutions for the smart speaker, ensuring high performance, reliability, and compatibility with the desired devices.
● Implement firmware features to enable support for smart speakers and various other IOT devices around payments domain within Phonepe's ecosystem.
● Optimize firmware code and algorithms to ensure efficient resource utilization and enhance overall system performance.
● Conduct thorough testing and debugging of firmware to identify and resolve issues, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
● Collaborate with the QA team to develop test plans and participate in the verification of firmware functionality.
● Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in firmware development, hardware, and device integration.
● Document firmware designs, specifications, and development processes.
Required Qualifications:
● Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
● Proven experience of more than 5 years in firmware development for embedded systems, preferably in consumer electronics or IoT devices.
● Strong programming skills in Java/C/C++ and familiarity with firmware development tools, compilers, debuggers, and version control systems.
● Experience with hardware-software integration and working closely with hardware teams to define firmware requirements.
● Knowledge of hardware architectures, microcontrollers, and peripheral interfaces.
●Familiarity with wireless communication protocols and their integration into firmware solutions.
● Experience with device drivers, low-level hardware interfaces, and firmware debugging techniques.
● Understanding of software development practices, including agile methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git).
● Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
● Understanding of basic data structures and algorithms.
If you are excited about pushing the boundaries of firmware development, hardware integration, and device compatibility within the smart speaker industry, we would love to have you join our team. Apply now and be part of shaping the future of smart speakers and Phonepe ecosystem of devices.
PhonePe Full Time Employee Benefits (Not applicable for Intern or Contract Roles)
Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Salary Advance Policy
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PhonePe is a digital payments platform in India that uses the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to enable fast, secure transfers between bank accounts for individuals and merchants, and it also offers insurance and investment products. Users link their bank accounts in the PhonePe app and make transfers with a few taps, while the company earns through transaction fees, commissions on insurance and investment sales, and merchant partnerships. It stands out by commanding a large share of the UPI market and creating an open transaction ecosystem that combines payments with insurance and investments. Its goal is to broaden digital payments across India, reaching the next billion users and strengthening the country’s financial ecosystem.
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