Staff Instrumentation Firmware Engineer

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Job  Title: Robotics Software Lead/architect

Location: Bangalore, India
Department:  Software and Digital Platforms Group (SDP), Industrial
Experience Level: Senior (12-15 years)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Robotics Software Architect to lead the design and development of cutting-edge robotics platforms. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of hands-on experience in robotics software stack development, across one or more robotics domains such as perception, motion, planning, with deep expertise in ROS, C, C++, and Python. This role demands a strong foundation in firmware, drivers, middleware, robotics applications and cross-functional collaboration to deliver scalable and intelligent robotic solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architecture & Design
  • Architect & design the overall structure of robotic software systems, including platform development and other services
  • Lead the design of firmware, device drivers, and middleware components.
• Technical Leadership
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, and AI engineers.
  • Optimize algorithms for robotic perception, motion planning, and Dexterity control.
  • Ensure software quality through reviews of design, code, test and documentation artifacts
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies in robotics, AI, and embedded systems.

• Integration & Deployment
  • Integrate and manage sensor systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS) with performance and reliability
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and innovation.

Required Qualifications:

• 12-15 years of experience in robotics software development.
• Proficiency in ROS, C, C++, and Python. Rust is desirable
• Proven experience in building and deploying robotics platforms.
• Proven experience of domain knowledge in one or more areas such as perception, control, planning
• Experience in autonomous systems, SLAM, or robotic vision.
• Strong understanding of firmware, drivers, connectivity and middleware.
• Experience with RTOS and various sensor technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading technical initiatives.
• Cross-functional experience across hardware, software, AI and systems engineering.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of AI/ML algorithms for robotics applications.
• Advanced degree (MS/Ph.D) in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics technologies.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export  licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.  As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

          

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

          

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days