Python IoT Embedded Software Engineer

Minimum Qualifications

• Embedded: Experience with embedded Linux, embedded programming, microcontrollers, peripherals, and its basic electronics. Proficient in communication protocol like i2c, spi, uart, bluetooth LE, WiFi, and server protocol like Http, Https, Mqtt from embedded devices.
• Electronics: Experience with testing and debugging embedded electronics. Operating knowledge of standard electronic test equipment is nice to have.
• Languages: Experience of coding Python required. Additional familiarity with C, Node.js, Javascript/TypeScript beneficial.
• APIs: Experience working with Rest APIs and request/response or client/server model.
• Cloud: Experience with IoT and backend application development on one or more of public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Tools: Experience with version control (Git) and agile processes.

Responsibilities

• Help architect, design, build, and scale optimized and performant QikPod device embedded software components.
• Implement IoT device-to-cloud communications using MQTT / HTTP / REST protocols.

Keywords

• Python, C, Embedded Software, IoT, Embedded, Firmware, WiFi, MQTT, HTTP, sensors, MCU, BLE, I2C, SPI, UART.

Expectations

• Write clean, well-designed code.
• Produce detailed specifications.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Troubleshoot, test, and maintain the software and databases to ensure strong optimization and functionality.
• Keep security and reliability as a design principle rather than an afterthought.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Optimize for speed, scalability, and performance.

About the role

QikPod product team is building next-generation smart logistics IoT devices, cloud services & mobile apps. Our goal is to make the last mile of E-Commerce logistics simpler, safer, and speedier. We are backed by top-tier investors and global strategic partners. Our work is challenging and ambitious, which makes for a fun rich learning experience. We will expect you to exhibit technical expertise in managing individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. We value teamwork, initiative, problem-solving skills, high integrity, and strong work ethic, self-motivation, and good time management skills across our team.

Job Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience, contribution, and/or skill-set.
• 12 Paid holidays plus 27 days of Sick/Casual/Earned Leaves.
• Provident fund (PF).
• Health Insurance for you, your spouse & children.
• Lunch service and pantry with hot/cold beverages and snacks.
• Personal development and professional growth.
• Balanced predictable work hours and well-connected location.
• Opportunity to develop innovations for the last mile of E-Commerce.