nVent

Principle Software Engineer – Embedded Systems

India · Hybrid · Full time

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EmployernVent
LocationIndia
Work styleHybrid
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted5 Mar 2026

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

In this position, you will be:

Designing, developing, reviewing and maintaining the embedded software products.

Embedded Software Development – Design, code, test and maintain embedded software/ firmware for next generation of electrical connected products.

Develop low level drivers and collaborate with hardware components.

System Integration – Integrate software/firmware with hardware components, sensors and peripherals.

Ensure optimal performance, reliability and resource utilization.

Communication Protocols: Implement and optimize communication protocols such as Ethernet, Modbus or wireless technologies.

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Fix software and hardware issues.

Testing and Debugging: Develop and implement test plans to verify and validate embedded systems.

Optimization and Performance tuning: Optimize code and algorithms for memory and processing efficiency.

Improve system performance and response times.

Documentation - Develop and uphold a range of documentation, such as code comments, user guides, and design materials.

Security and Safety considerations – Implement security features and adhere to safety standards relevant to industry

Collaboration – Collaborate with cross – functional teams including hardware engineers, quality assurance, product managers and solution architects.

Participate in design reviews and project meetings.

Experience with the use of JTAG debugging, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other debugging techniques.

Experience with software tools such as repository management (Git/Subversion), Jira, static analysis, etc.

Continuous learning – Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in embedded development.

YOU HAVE:

Academic background in Bachelor’s Degree or above in Electronics Or Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

15+ years of Embedded firmware/software development experience in Embedded C,C++,RTOS or Linux based development experience.

Familiarity with multi-threading concepts.

Good knowledge of coding standards.

Experience working with team of engineers using Agile methodologies.

Good analytical, problem solving skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

Proficiency in Embedded C programming

Experience with Linux based OS, RTOS

Familiarity with microcontrollers (8-bit, 16-bit) and collaborating with the peripherals.

Good to have knowledge of Communication Protocols - HTTPS, SNMP, SMTP, BACnet, Modbus/TCP.

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

Innovative & adaptable

Dedicated to absolute integrity

Focused on the customer first

Respectful and team oriented

Optimistic and energizing

Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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