Job Description
Location: Sarjapur, Bangalore Experience Level:
12+ years in embedded systems, with a strong foundation in mechatronics and team leadership
At Zimplistic, we are revolutionizing kitchen automation with cutting-edge robotics and AI-driven solutions. As a Program Manager, you will lead a cross-functional engineering development team, driving clarity by defining and prioritizing program objectives, critical success factors, and deliverables. Your leadership will ensure seamless execution of complex technical projects that enhance our innovative consumer kitchen products.
Job Summary We are looking for a passionate and technically adept
Firmware Lead
to drive the development of robust embedded systems for our next-gen kitchen robotics products. You’ll lead a team of firmware engineers, contribute to core architectural decisions, and work closely with cross-functional teams including hardware, AI/ML, and cloud engineers. Your work will directly impact how users around the world experience smart home cooking.
Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of firmware engineers to design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware for AI-powered kitchen appliances. Own the architecture and design of firmware solutions, ensuring high performance, reliability, and safety. Collaborate closely with hardware teams for board bring-up, sensor integration, and real-time motor control. Interface with AI/ML and cloud backend teams for seamless IoT connectivity and OTA firmware updates. Drive continuous improvement in firmware development processes including CI/CD, testing, and documentation. Work with Product and UX teams to translate user needs into robust firmware features. Lead debugging and root cause analysis across hardware-software boundaries.
Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline. 12+ years of experience in embedded firmware development with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity. Hands-on expertise in real-time motor control (BLDC, stepper, servo), PID tuning, and sensor fusion. Strong command of C/C++ and familiarity with RTOS-based development. Experience in embedded systems architecture, power management, and thermal sensing/control. Familiarity with IoT protocols (MQTT, BLE, Wi-Fi) and OTA firmware strategies. Bonus: Exposure to AI-integrated systems, machine vision, or real-time adaptive controls.
Why Join Rotimatic?
Why Join Rotimatic? Work on Cutting-Edge AI & Robotics Products Be a part of an exciting journey building intelligent home appliances that combine machine learning, robotics, and IoT. Global Impact Your code powers devices used daily by tens of thousands of families across the world – making a real difference in their lives. Cross-Functional Innovation Culture Collaborate with top-tier engineers, AI scientists, and designers in an agile, innovation-first environment. Ownership & Growth Enjoy the autonomy to shape product direction, technical architecture, and team development – with clear paths for personal and professional growth. Based in Bangalore’s Tech Hub Work from India’s innovation capital, with a hybrid-friendly setup and access to a state-of-the-art lab for hands-on experimentation. Solve Real-World Problems Tackle challenging technical problems – from motor control to real-time systems and AI-integration – in a fast-paced product environment.
