Lead Engineer - Embedded C++

Quest Global 

📍 Bengaluru, India 🇮🇳

full-time
senior
Posted —

Key Skills

C++PythonMQTTDockerOPC

Industry

Industrial AutomationIoT

Job Description

Job Requirements

Looking for Embedded Lead Engineer with 6-8 years of experience

Work Experience

Job Description: Embedded Lead Engineer

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Lead Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of industrial embedded systems and IoT gateway solutions. Candidate should have strong expertise in C++, Python, MQTT, Docker, and Industrial Communication Protocols such as OPC UA and Modbus , along with experience leading technical teams and driving customer-facing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop high-performance and reliable solutions using C++ and Python.
  • Design and implement communication frameworks using MQTT for cloud and edge connectivity.
  • Build, deploy, and manage containerized applications using Docker.
  • Integrate industrial devices and systems using OPC UA, Modbus TCP/RTU, and other industrial communication protocols.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and stakeholders to gather requirements and define technical solutions.
  • Drive system integration, debugging, performance optimization, and troubleshooting activities.
  • Mentor junior engineers and conduct technical reviews to ensure coding standards and best practices.
  • Participate in architecture discussions, proposal development, and technical estimations.
  • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, reliability, and quality standards for industrial products.
  • Good exposure in Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Required Skills & Technologies

  • Strong programming experience in C++ (C++11/14/17 or later).
  • Good proficiency in Python for automation, scripting, and tool development.
  • Hands-on experience with MQTT and IoT communication architectures.
  • Practical experience with Docker and containerized deployments.
  • Strong understanding of OPC UA and Modbus protocols.
  • Experience with Linux-based embedded systems (Yocto).
  • Knowledge of networking concepts including TCP/IP, Ethernet, and serial communication.
  • Familiarity with software design patterns, multithreading, and system architecture

Preferred / Good-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with Edge Gateways or Industrial IoT (IIoT) Systems.
  • Knowledge of OTA updates, and container orchestration.
  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines.