FreeRTOS Engineer - Embedded Software (Automotive ECU)

Tata Technologies • Engineering Services • C • C++ • 2 days ago
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≈ $123k – $226k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Seattle)
Seniority
Staff · 8+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 22, 2026. Tata Technologies scores C on the Alion truth index.

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Tata Technologies

Tata Technologies provides product engineering and digital services to manufacturers. Its work spans vehicle development, electrification and manufacturing simulation. The company also delivers education and skilling programmes for industry.
tatatechnologies.com • HQ: Pune, India • Engineering Services • 5000+ employees • Est. 1989
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Role Summary

We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer  with strong expertise in FreeRTOS/bare-metal development  to support next-generation automotive ECU platforms. This role involves hands-on development, board bring-up, and low-level driver implementation in a non-AUTOSAR environment.

The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in embedded C programming, hardware-software integration, and automotive communication protocols, along with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and customers.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Develop embedded software for automotive ECU platforms using Embedded C/C++
  • Design and implement solutions in bare-metal and RTOS environments (FreeRTOS/Zephyr)
  • Perform board bring-up, hardware validation, and debugging
  • Develop and integrate low-level device drivers  (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, ADC, PWM)
  • Collaborate with hardware teams for system integration and issue resolution
  • Conduct low-level debugging  using tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
  • Support integration of communication protocols such as CAN and LIN
  • Participate in design reviews, architecture discussions, and technical decisions
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation  (design specs, debug reports, integration notes)
  • Interface with customers for technical discussions and status updates
  • Ensure adherence to automotive quality standards and best practices

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    Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in embedded software development
  • Strong programming skills in Embedded C/C++
  • Hands-on experience with FreeRTOS or Zephyr
  • Experience with bare-metal programming
  • Proven expertise in board bring-up and hardware-software integration
  • Strong understanding of microcontrollers (STM32, NXP, or similar)
  • Experience in device driver development
  • Familiarity with CAN and LIN communication protocols
  • Proficiency in low-level debugging tools  (JTAG, oscilloscope, etc.)
  • Experience working in non-AUTOSAR environments  (mandatory)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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    Preferred / Good to Have

    • Exposure to Automotive Ethernet
    • Basic understanding of Functional Safety (ISO 26262, ASIL)
    • Knowledge of Embedded Linux systems
    • Experience with zonal ECU architectures
    • Familiarity with proprietary toolchains and development ecosystems

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      Behavioral Competencies

    • Strong ownership and accountability
    • Ability to work independently as a key technical contributor
    • Effective communication with internal teams and customers
    • Structured approach to documentation and reporting

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      Education

    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Embedded Systems, or Computer Engineering
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