Firmware Failure Analyst We are seeking a seasoned Firmware Failure Analyst to join our dynamic team in Bangalore, India. In this role, you will investigate and analyze firmware/software-related field failures, utilizing ECU logs, diagnostics, traces, and embedded debugging tools. Your work will directly support cross-functional hardware/software root-cause analysis, ensuring the reliability and performance of our automotive systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems and automotive ECU firmware debugging. This position demands a meticulous and detail-oriented professional who can effectively communicate complex technical findings and contribute to comprehensive CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) recommendations. Experience Required 6 to 8 years

Key Responsibilities
• Analyze ECU logs, diagnostic data, traces, and error codes.
• Debug embedded firmware and reproduce failures in the laboratory.
• Review firmware behavior, device drivers, and HW/SW interfaces.
• Support Failure Tree Analysis, root-cause analysis, and CAPA recommendations.
• Work with EE Engineers to separate HW, SW, and HW/SW interaction issues.
• Document investigation evidence and findings.
• Utilize JTAG/debug probes and trace tools for firmware debugging.
• Implement CAN/CAN FD, LIN, and/or Automotive Ethernet protocols.




• Conduct log analysis and diagnostic troubleshooting for field failures. Qualification Criteria
• Proven experience in automotive ECU firmware debugging.
• Strong knowledge of embedded C/C++ and microcontrollers/SoCs.
• Familiarity with JTAG/debug probes and trace tools.
• Experience with CAN/CAN FD, LIN, and/or Automotive Ethernet.
• Ability to conduct log analysis and diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Excellent documentation skills for investigation evidence and findings.
• Strong understanding of RCA and field-failure investigation methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate with EE Engineers for root-cause analysis.
• Demonstrated capability in supporting cross-functional HW/SW root-cause analysis.
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills. Primary Skills
• Embedded C/C++
• Automotive ECU firmware debugging
• JTAG/debug probes and trace tools Key Skills
• Microcontrollers/SoCs, memory and device drivers
• CAN/CAN FD, LIN and/or Automotive Ethernet
• Log analysis and diagnostic troubleshooting
• RCA and field-failure investigation
• AUTOSAR Classic and/or Adaptive AUTOSAR
• UDS diagnostics
• Bootloader, flashing and communication stacks
• Zonal Controller, Gateway ECU, BCM, Domain Controller or HPC

📌 Senior Firmware Engineer (Bengaluru)
🏢 ALTEN India
📍 Bengaluru