Company Overview:
Datakrew is revolutionizing EV fleet intelligence with cutting-edge IoT/AI solutions. Our flagship embedded hardware device, ITUS EV Scanner, integrated with vehicles of all makes/models and captures real-time usage data for deep insights into vehicle performance and diagnostics. Datakrew is backed by leading global investors like Greenwillow Capital, Beenext, 500 Global, AngelList, SEEDS (SG Growth Capital), XA Network, Cloud Capital, Lighthouse Canton, and others. We have an active customer footprint in 7 countries. Our goal is to serve one million EVs within the next 5 years, and as a company, touch a billion lives with technology.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a Sr. Firmware Developer to lead firmware design and development for our next-generation automotive IoT device, ITUS. This role involves building robust, secure, and high-performance embedded systems that collect, process, and transmit vehicle data in real time.
You’ll work closely with our hardware, backend, and data teams to create intelligent edge devices that power vehicle analytics, diagnostics, and connected mobility applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect, design, and implement firmware for Datakrew’s automotive IoT edge devices using ARM-based microcontrollers (e.g., STM32, ESP32).
- Develop and optimize CAN / CAN FD, OBD-II, and UDS communication stacks for vehicle data collection.
- Implement real-time data acquisition, logging, and edge analytics for on-vehicle insights.
- Work on wireless connectivity (4G/LTE, WiFi, BLE, GNSS) and secure cloud data transmission.
- Design and maintain bootloaders, OTA (Over-the-Air) update mechanisms, and secure firmware upgrade systems.
- Develop firmware-level database integration for logging and synchronizing data with backend systems (e.g., embedded database, flash-based logs, or direct API sync with cloud databases).
- Implement data buffering, compression, and fail-safe log storage to handle offline or low-connectivity scenarios.
- Collaborate with backend engineers to define data schemas, synchronization logic, and retention strategies.
- Work with hardware teams for board bring-up, validation, and peripheral driver development (UART, SPI, I2C, SDIO).
- Ensure compliance with automotive communication and safety standards.
- Lead debugging, validation, and testing efforts to ensure firmware reliability and field performance.
- Mentor junior engineers and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware development in C/C++.
- Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols – CAN, OBD-II, UDS, ISO-TP.
- Hands-on experience with RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, etc.) and real-time system design.
- Familiarity with cellular, BLE, and GNSS/GPS module integration.
- Experience with local database systems (e.g., SQLite, lightweight file-based storage) and integration with cloud databases (PostgreSQL, AWS DynamoDB, or TimescaleDB) for telemetry and logs.
- Familiarity with IoT data ingestion and APIs (MQTT, HTTPS, REST) for remote log upload.
- Strong debugging and testing experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG tools.
- Experience with firmware update systems (bootloaders, OTA, DFU) and secure data handling.
- Proficient with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and structured firmware release processes.
- Good understanding of low-power design, flash memory management, and persistent data logging.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with diagnostic protocols (ISO 15765-3, ISO 14229) and vehicle ECU communication.
- Exposure to automotive-grade hardware design and environmental validation.
- Knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262) or secure communication standards.
- Experience developing custom test automation scripts in Python or C#.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on next-generation connected vehicle technologies.
- Exposure to end-to-end automotive IoT ecosystems — from embedded devices to cloud databases.
- Collaborative, innovation-driven environment working with hardware, firmware, and cloud teams.
- Competitive salary, flexible work options, and performance incentives.
- Career growth in a fast-evolving automotive IoT and telematics domain.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and explaining why they are a good fit for this position to hr@datakrew.com with the subject line "Sr. Firmware Developer – Application – [Your Name]"
Datakrew is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.