KiddeFenwal
Flat 2A, 7th Floor, Maximus Towers 2A
Raheja Mindspace, Huda Techno Enclave
Madhapur, Hyderabad, TS 500081
About KiddeFenwal
KiddeFenwal is a global leader in industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. Through our trusted brands - Kidde Fire Systems and Kidde Fire Protection
- we deliver certified fire detection, suppression, and control solutions across industrial, commercial, and marine sectors. Our Fenwal Controls business supports OEMs with gas ignition, temperature control, and overheat detection products. Headquartered in Massachusetts, USA, with operations across the United States, United Kingdom, and India, we are committed to protecting lives, livelihoods, and iconic assets worldwide.
Our PurposeWe protect lives and livelihoods through innovation, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to excellence. Integrity, safety, and teamwork are the foundation of everything we do.
Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Firmware Technical Specialist with 12-14 years of expertise in embedded firmware development for Fire Detection and Alarm systems. The role requires strong experience in Embedded C/C++, 16/32-bit microcontrollers, Embedded Linux, IoT Azure connectivity, cybersecurity, system troubleshooting, and product development lifecycle management.
Key Responsibilities- Design, develop, review, and maintain embedded firmware for Fire Detection and Alarm products.
- Analyze system requirements and translate them into firmware architecture, design, and implementation.
- Perform coding using Embedded C and C++ and execute unit, integration, and system testing.
- Work on Embedded Linux including system programming, kernel, device drivers, and U-Boot.
- Develop secure IoT-enabled solutions with Azure cloud connectivity.
- Lead firmware troubleshooting, debugging, root cause analysis, DFMEA, and RRCA activities.
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and global engineering teams across multiple time zones.
- Drive cybersecurity compliance initiatives across product portfolios.
- Maintain technical documentation, code reviews, and software quality standards.
- Strong Embedded C and C++ software development experience
- Hands-on expertise with 16/32-bit microcontrollers and bare-metal programming
- Experience with I2C, SPI, RS485, Modbus and BACnet protocols
- Strong knowledge of Embedded Linux (System Programming, Kernel, Device Drivers, U-Boot)
- Azure IoT Cloud connectivity experience
- Debugging with emulators, JTAG/BDM debuggers and static code analysis tools
- Git/SVN version control and defect tracking tools
- Schematic interpretation and complex embedded system design knowledge
- Experience with DFMEA, RRCA and cybersecurity practices
Google Test/CPP Unit Testing, JIRA, Model-Based Design, Connected Solutions and IoT applications.
EducationBachelor's or Master's Degree in Electronics & Communication, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline.
Experience12 to 14 years of relevant experience in embedded firmware development.
Key CompetenciesAnalytical thinking, communication skills, collaboration, adaptability, customer focus, innovation mindset and commitment to product quality.
Skills Required
- 12 to 14 years of relevant experience in embedded firmware development
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics and Communication, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
- Strong Embedded C and C++ software development experience
- Hands-on experience with 16/32-bit microcontrollers and bare-metal programming
- Experience with I2C, SPI, RS485, Modbus, and BACnet protocols
- Strong knowledge of Embedded Linux, system programming, kernel, device drivers, and U-Boot
- Azure IoT cloud connectivity experience
- Experience debugging with emulators, JTAG/BDM debuggers, and static code analysis tools
- Experience with Git or SVN version control and defect tracking tools
- Schematic interpretation and complex embedded system design knowledge
- Experience with DFMEA, RRCA, and cybersecurity practices
- Google Test or CppUnit testing experience
- JIRA experience
- Model-Based Design experience
- Connected solutions and IoT application experience
What We Do
KiddeFenwal is a global fire-safety company uniting the Kidde Fire Systems, Kidde Fire Protection, and Fenwal Controls brands. It designs and manufactures integrated fire detection, suppression, alarm, and control systems, alongside gas-ignition, temperature-control, and fire/overheat-detection products. These solutions serve commercial, industrial, marine, residential, vehicle, and other critical applications, helping protect people, property, infrastructure, and operations worldwide, including in energy and data-center environments.
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