Job Description

About Futuristic Labs
Are you ready to be a part of a company that doesn't just dream about the future -- but actively builds it?
Welcome to Futuristic Labs, an Innovation Studio based in Hyderabad, India, where bold ideas turn into impactful products that make life better.
We're on a mission to free up human potential by automating everyday tasks. From transforming the way people cook with Riku and Semi, to enabling creators through Klynk Recipes, we're building a future where technology truly serves humanity.
If you're passionate about solving real-world problems through hardware and software, we invite you to #BuildWithUs.
What You'll Do
As a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer, you'll work on the core systems powering our smart kitchen products. You'll bridge hardware and software, driving the performance, reliability, and intelligence behind our devices.
Write and optimize embedded C/C++ firmware for real-time control of kitchen automation devices
Stress test and improve the Python-based application code running on Raspbian OS
Design and implement robust communication interfaces (UART, I2C, SPI, MQTT, etc.)
Develop interface code for actuators, sensors, and peripherals
Collaborate with product, mechanical, and design teams to build rapid functional prototypes
Build and deploy test setups using Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar platforms
Debug hardware and firmware, and work hands-on with PCBs and test jigs
Document architecture, workflows, and hardware-software interaction protocols
Support the manufacturing and assembly team by designing and testing quality control setups
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
6+ years of hands-on experience in embedded firmware development
Strong proficiency in C/C++ for real-time systems
Working experience with Python scripting and automation
Comfortable with Linux environments (Ubuntu or Raspbian OS preferred)
Familiarity with communication protocols: UART, I2C, SPI, MQTT, Socket.io
Experience with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ARM Cortex, or similar platforms
Understanding of embedded hardware: motors, actuators, sensors, drivers
Strong debugging, analytical, and system-level thinking skills
Bonus: Experience in writing unit tests, CI/CD for firmware, or production-scale deployments
Benefits
The opportunity to shape intelligent, human-centric products from the ground up
A collaborative and dynamic work culture that values deep work and innovation
Ownership and autonomy to bring your ideas to life
A team that pushes boundaries, iterates fast, and builds with purpose
Free (and delicious!) food from our kitchen robots