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Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Firmware and API
About the Role
As a
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
, you will lead the design and development of embedded firmware (drivers, RTOS, hardware interaction) and software APIs that enable reliable integration with application software and external systems for ADI’s advanced products. You will work independently on complex problems, influence software architecture, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring scalable, high-quality software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Firmware Development
Design, develop, and maintain
production-quality embedded firmware
for microcontroller- and SoC-based systems
Own low-level software components including
boot code, device drivers, RTOS integration, and hardware abstraction layers (HAL)
Debug & root-cause system-level issues involving hardware–software interaction and optimize firmware for
performance, memory, power, and real-time constraints
API & Interface Development
Design and implement
robust, well-documented APIs
exposing firmware capabilities to higher software layers
Define clear
software interfaces and contracts
to ensure modularity, reusability, backward compatibility, scalability and long-term maintainability
Design, develop, and maintain automated tests using NUnit for API validation at both unit level and system level, ensuring functional correctness, robustness, and regression coverage across firmware–software interfaces
Technical Leadership & Ownership
Own software modules or subsystems end-to-end, from requirements analysis through design, implementation, validation, and maintenance
Drive solutions for
complex and ambiguous software problems
with minimal supervision
Review and influence
software architecture and design decisions
across firmware and API layers
Lead and actively participate in
code reviews and design discussions
, raising overall engineering quality
Generative AI & Modern Development Practices
Use
Generative AI tools (e.g., Claude Code, Copilot‑style assistants)
to improve
productivity and software quality
in firmware and API development
Apply AI tools for
code generation, refactoring, documentation drafting, test scaffolding, and design exploration
Critically review and validate AI-generated outputs to ensure
correctness, safety, performance, and compliance with coding standards
Champion
responsible and secure AI tool usage
aligned with organizational guidelines and Willingness to continuously adapt development workflows as AI tooling evolves
Collaboration & Mentorship
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers in firmware design, API development, and modern development practices
Contribute to and maintain
technical documentation
, including design specifications and API references
Collaborate with Applications, System Design, Digital Design and Validation teams
Must-Have Skills
Firmware & Embedded Systems
C/C++ Programming
: Strong proficiency in developing efficient, reliable embedded firmware
Microcontroller / SoC Expertise
: Hands-on experience with peripherals, interrupts, DMA, and device drivers
RTOS Expertise
: Solid understanding of scheduling, synchronization, timing, and IPC mechanisms
Debugging & Optimization
: Advanced experience with embedded debugging tools and techniques
API & Software Design
Proven experience designing
clean, modular APIs
for embedded systems
Strong understanding of
software architecture, layering, and interface design principles
Ability to balance low-level hardware constraints with higher-level software usability
General
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently
Experience with collaborative development tools like GitHub
Clear communication skills for cross-functional technical collaboration
Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics & Communications Engineering or a related field
5+ years
of relevant experience in embedded firmware and API development
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.
Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.
Job Req Type: Experienced
Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days
