About Persistent
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
About Position:
We are looking for The Embedded Software Engineer contributes to embedded development of advanced motor control and robotic subsystems for Whiskerʼs next-generation smart pet products. Operating at the front end of innovation, this role focuses on designing, prototyping and productization of high-performance electromechanical systems.
Role: Embedded Firmware developer-
Job Location: Pune
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Experience: 7 to 14 Years
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Job Type: Full Time Employment
What You'll Do:
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Design, develop, and maintain embedded software solutions for connected devices and hardware platforms in Linux/RTOS environments.
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Work on system-level software development using C/C++ in embedded Linux ecosystems.
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Develop and support user-space applications, background services, daemons, and IPC-based modules for embedded systems.
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Integrate and optimize software for wireless connectivity technologies such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), including debugging and performance tuning.
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Interface with and develop support for hardware communication protocols including UART, I2C, SPI, SDIO, MIPI, USB, and BLE.
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Collaborate closely with hardware, validation, QA, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
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Perform debugging and troubleshooting on target hardware using tools such as logs, gdb, strace, oscilloscopes, meters, power supplies, and signal generators.
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Develop and maintain connectivity solutions using AWS IoT Core and MQTT for secure device communication and cloud integration.
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Participate in board bring-up, device integration, and firmware validation for new embedded platforms.
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Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, integration, and firmware validation.
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Ensure software quality through structured testing, code reviews, root cause analysis, and issue resolution.
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Maintain high standards of performance, reliability, and scalability in embedded software systems.
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Support development efforts involving Embedded Linux (Yocto or similar) and RTOS platforms (FreeRTOS or similar).
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Document design specifications, software architecture, debugging findings, and validation procedures for internal and cross-team use.
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Maintain strict confidentiality of proprietary information and adhere to organizational security and compliance standards.
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Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities, interactions, and interruptions while maintaining professionalism.
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Demonstrate a high level of initiative, ownership, and self-motivation, while also mentoring or motivating team members when required.
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Establish and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with team members, stakeholders, and other engineering groups.
Expertise You'll Bring:
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B S in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
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3+ years of Firmware/Embedded Systems Experience
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Experience with power supplies, meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.
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Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information
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Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere in a fast-paced environment with numerous interactions and interruptions
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A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and ability to motivate others
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Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Team Members and colleagues
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Embedded Linux (Yocto or similar) and RTOS (FreeRTOS or similar)
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C/C++ in Linux environment
Linux Programming/API Interfaces- User-space development (services, daemons, IPC, etc.)
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Debugging on target hardware (logs, gdb, strace, etc.)
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AWS IoT Core and MQTT for device connectivity and messaging
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Wi-Fi and BLE stack, including configuration, integration and debugging
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CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing and firmware validation
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Protocols such as UART, I2C, SPI, SDIO, MIPI, USB, BLE and
Bachelors degree in Engineering
Benefits:
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
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Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
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Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
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Annual health check-ups
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Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
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We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
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Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
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If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers
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