Senior Software Engineer-Firmware

About Ethernovia, Inc.

Ethernovia is developing the future of Ethernet-based networks to realize the full potential of software-defined and autonomous vehicles, robotics and other intelligent machines. Founded in 2018, the company’s breakthrough data transport and acceleration technology is ushering in a new era of connectivity and capabilities in the vehicle and at the edge, including highly reliable autonomy, over-the-air servicing and AI-backed applications. 

Ethernovia's co-founders are serial technology entrepreneurs with multiple prior successful ventures together. We are well-funded and backed by some of the worlds’ leading technology investors, having secured $154M ($90+M Series-B and $64M Series-A) in total funding to date:

• Ethernovia Raises Over $90 Million Series B to Scale Leading-Edge Autonomy and Physical AI Networking Chips
• Ethernovia Raises $64 Million to Accelerate the Revolution of Vehicle Networks | Business Wire  
  • (financial backers include: Porsche SE, Qualcomm, AMD, Western Digital, Maverick Silicon, Socratic Partners, Conduit Capital, and CDIB-TEN Capital)

Ethernovia has been recognized in EE Times' prestigious list of the Top 100 Startups for 2025.

• March 2026: Ethernovia Announces HSB-Enabled Networking Board for NVIDIA Holoscan Platforms
• January 2024: Our CEO Ramin Shirani Named MotorTrend Software-Defined Vehicle Innovator Awards Winner (ethernovia.com)  
• September 2023: Continental and Ethernovia Announce Partnership to Develop Automotive Switch in 7nm - Ethernovia
• Connected Car News: Helios, Continental, Ethernovia, Avanci, BMW, Mapbox, Porsche, SEMA, Honda, UltraSense, Flex Logix, Diodes Inc., Garmin, Toyota & Caruso | auto connected car news

With talented employees on 4 continents, we have filed 50+ patents to date.

Join Ethernovia’s team to make a lasting impact on the future of packet processor-centric networking solutions to support the real-time sensor, Physical AI, and control data demands of software-defined autonomy across vehicles, robots and intelligent machines. Come share in our success with pre-IPO shares, competitive compensation, and great benefits while growing your knowledge and career with world class talent. We are looking for talented engineers and leaders who have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to drive cutting edge designs from concept to silicon to the future of mobility.

Senior Software Engineer - Firmware (Engineer to Senior roles)

Mid to Senior Level  |  Multiple Positions |  Pune, India (Hybrid) /Remote(Case by Case)

The Software team at Ethernovia builds cutting-edge software systems tightly integrated with our hardware communication and acceleration solutions. We own the full stack - Software Modeling, Applications, SDK, Middleware, OS Kernel Drivers, Firmware, Compilers, Micro-code, Frameworks, Tools, Infrastructure, and Evaluation/Test Platforms - engineered for automotive-grade, safety-critical systems and qualified to the highest standards, including MISRA, AUTOSAR, and ASPICE.

About the Role

You will be responsible for embedded firmware for Ethernovia's networking devices - firmware that configures, controls, and monitors the communication device, and interacts with the host system via device drivers to expose hardware features.

As part of the Software team, you will own the architecture, design, implementation, testing, and integration of firmware that rolls into Ethernovia's SDK, built ground-up for safety-critical automotive applications. We build products with strict adherence to Functional Safety, and every team member is expected to embrace a culture of safety and engineering best practices.

Location & Working Model

Location

Multiple positions based in Pune, India.

Remote Work

Considered on a case-by-case basis. Willingness to relocate to Pune is highly desirable.

Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Work experience: 5+ years
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, including architecture, implementation, and testing fundamentals.
• Proficient in C/C++; experience with Python is a plus.
• Experience with firmware development, preferably for communication devices such as Ethernet.
• Experience with embedded firmware, preferably for communication devices such as Ethernet.
• Experience with integration and testing of firmware and low-level code.
• Hands-on experience with hardware and embedded processors, preferably for communication devices.
• Expertise in efficient coding practices for code footprint and performance.

Nice to Have

• Experience with simulation and emulation platforms.
• GNU or similar compiler and debugging suite.
• Embedded programming experience with hardware buses such as I2C, SPI, Ethernet, USB.
• Experience building automotive or other safety-critical systems using qualification methods/processes such as MISRA, ASPICE, and ISO 26262.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as Ethernet MAC, PHY, Switching, TCP/IP, Security, SerDes, PCIe, NTB, and SR-IOV.
• Experience with code version control and review tools/processes such as Perforce/Git and Swarm.
• Experience with automation and DevOps tools such as Jenkins.
• Exposure to mixed-signal systems - analog, digital, and digital signal processing (DSP).
• Experience with ARM or similar embedded processor families.
• Experience with bootloaders such as U-Boot or similar.

Soft Skills

• Self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

What You'll Get in Return

• Technology depth and breadth you won't find at a large company.
• Opportunity to grow your career as the company grows.
• Pre-IPO stock options.
• Cutting-edge technology.
• World-class team.
• Competitive base salary.
• Flexible working hours.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees.
• Flexible vacation time to promote a healthy work-life balance.