Principal Embedded System Software Architect

Job Description

Introduction

Are you a passionate software architect with a talent for designing application software and firmware for power electronics products?

Are you looking forward to joining the New Energy revolution leading the creation of cutting-edge embedded software in the field of Renewable Energy, Battery Energy Storage Systems and further groundbreaking applications?

If so, we want you on our expanding Power System and Solution Marketing Team!

We are seeking a highly motivated, talented and experienced Embedded Software Architect to play a pivotal role in the development of our next-generation power electronics systems, from concept to reference design and physical prototyping.

The ideal candidate has track-record of successfully leading the software development, validation and integration for power solutions (1 – 250 kW) which seamlessly combine several power converters (AC-DC, DC-AC, DC-DC), multiple MCUs/MPUs (ARM Cortex-A/M, Renesas proprietary core), numerous sensors and various connectivity ICs (WiFi, Bluetooth/LE, LTE).

In this exciting role, you will be responsible for the entire embedded software lifecycle, from defining the architecture and selecting technologies to leading the development and integration of both application software and firmware, creating, when needed, real-time control and monitor systems.

You will also supervise the software integration into physical prototype, by debugging and testing proof-of-concept boards.

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent between office, test & validation laboratory and working from home.

Role Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Lead the design and development of embedded software architectures and firmware solutions for power electronics systems.

• Define system requirements, select suitable MCU/MPU, perform trade-off studies, and choose optimal software tools and technologies.

• Architect, develop and validate detailed software specifications and ensure adherence to real-time constraints and functional safety standards (when required by the application).

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., MCU/MPU design groups, Hardware development team, external vendors) to achieve seamless integration of multiple MCU-powered sub-system drivers/firmware with the main application MCU/MPU and its application software.

• Experience with writing or updating Firmware running on multiple sub-systems to meet complete solution specifications.

• Develop and implement robust real-time control algorithms for high-performance and reliable power converter controller MCUs.

• Select and integrate appropriate communication protocols (e.g., UART, I2C, SPI, CAN bus) for data exchange with other systems.

• Select and integrate software protocols to enable WiFi, Bluetooth and LTE connectivity, cloud capabilities and AI/ML algorithm.

• Manage software development lifecycles (SDLC), ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

• Perform code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure software quality and functionality.

• Stay current with advancements in embedded software development tools, real-time operating systems (RTOS), new programming paradigm and power converter control algorithms.

• Author technical documentation for software design, architecture, and test procedures.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electronics Engineering or Computer Science is required (M.S. preferred), with 12+ years of relevant experience in Embedded firmware.

• Proven track record of successfully leading and completing complex embedded systems design and physical prototype validation.

• Extensive understanding of the embedded MCUs and MPUs space required (ARM Cortex-A, Cortex-M, RX, RL78, MIPS, RISC-V).

• Proficient with embedded systems programming languages (e.g., C, C++) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).

• Proficient in both wireless and wired connectivity technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth/LE, LTE Cat-M1/NB-IoT, Ethernet) including comprehensive understanding of common networking protocols (e.g., HTTP, TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT) including their secured version.

• Experience with common Embedded Systems communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, USB PD, etc.).

• Extensive experience with Agile, CI/CD (and related Software version-control tools), Waterfall software development methodology.

• Extensive experience in debugging tools like gdb, J-Link, Ozone, protocol analyzers.

• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with a wide range of world-wide groups including System Architects, Power ICs design teams, Hardware engineers, etc.

• Experience in Digital Control of Power Converter is a plus.

• Experience in working with Renesas MCUs/MPUs is a strong plus.

• Experience in Embedded Systems in the field of Energy & Grid applications is a strong plus.

Company Description

Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT markets. Our robust product portfolio includes world-leading MCUs, SoCs, analog and power products, plus Winning Combination solutions that curate these complementary products. We are a key supplier to the world’s leading manufacturers of electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.

Renesas employs roughly 21,000 people in more than 30 countries worldwide. As a global team, our employees actively embody the Renesas Culture, our guiding principles based on five key elements: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. Renesas believes in, and has a commitment to, diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and a leadership team dedicated to its resources and values. At Renesas, we want to build a sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. Join us and build your future by being part of what’s next in electronics and the world.

Additional Information

Renesas Electronics Corporation empowers a safer, smarter and more sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. The leading global provider of microcontrollers, Renesas combines our expertise in embedded processing, analog, power and connectivity to deliver complete semiconductor solutions. These Winning Combinations accelerate time to market for automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT applications, enabling billions of connected, intelligent devices that enhance the way people work and live. Learn more at www.renesas.com .

Renesas’ mission, To Make Our Lives Easier, is underpinned by our company culture, TAGIE. TAGIE stands for Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative and Entrepreneurial. Our goal is to embed this unique culture in everything we do to succeed as a company and create trust with our diverse colleagues, customers and stakeholders.

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement (https://www.renesas.com/kr/en/about/company/sustainability/diversity) .

1. Department Manufacturing

2. Location Bengaluru

3. Remote No

Requisition ID

20012455_2024-05-09

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