Job Description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place--to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Role Summary & Essential responsibilities:

The Lead SW Engineer is responsible for the software implementation effort for systems by performing the following activities: requirement analysis, process control, release control, design quality, implementation & verification.


In this role, the Engineer, shall utilize his/her experience and expertise to -

Design & develop common software platform/layer for SW convergence comprising multiple Products System requirements analysis Software Development according to IST 669 and related documents, including validation in Laboratory Development of Monitoring programs and other PC tools when needed Participate / Support Design verification / validation in end customer sites in India & Abroad. Close Collaboration with other developers, project managers, system integrators, test engineers and customers Collaboration with the Quality Laboratory to setup test benches Engineering processes follow-up: All documents issued in a concise, accurate, grammatically correct form For selected Software Engineers, coordination of the software development in the project platforms, in particular: + planning software activities in the platform
+ reporting to the Software design and standardisation Team Leader the status of the developments ongoing in the platform
+ alerting the Software design and standardisation Team Leader in case of delays and their causes
+ ensuring the application of the general and platform-specific coded practices and guidelines for software development
+ verification of the documentation produced by contractors
+ Implement, debug and solve problems in Software products.



We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.


We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

Qualification / Requirement:

Bachelors / Masters in Engineering in Computer Science/ Embedded Systems / Electronics Engineering 10+ years of hands-on experience in software design and development (real-time Linux & Embedded Systems)

Essential Skills:

Strong Hands-on Experience in C and C++ with Industry standards compliance MISRA C Demonstrated skills in developing real time softwares Design and Development of common SW architecture for Linux (Real Time) and Embedded Systems Deep understanding of configuring and programming Embedded Linux systems,

Linux Kernel

, with comprehensive knowledge of kernel, bootloader, file systems, and device drivers, experience in Yocto integration Skilled in developing low-level device drivers,

Board Support Packages (BSP)

, and service configurations for seamless hardware module integration, board bring up, SOM/SOC modules Proficient in configuring flash partitions, file systems, and mounting processes Familiar with and possess implementational expertise in cybersecurity topics, including Secure Boot, Secure Firmware Update (SFU), Cryptography concepts, and certificate-based authentication mechanisms Well-versed in various IDEs and equipped with advanced debugging skills using tools like JTAG , USB, analyzers Experience in Compilers, Linkers, Debuggers for both Linux and Microcontrollers

Desired Skills:

Strong technical aptitude, and effective oral and written communication skills Demonstrated problem solving ability, capable of working with minimal supervision to define solutions for cross-discipline problems Willing to travel as required (locally and internationally)

Familiar with:

Secure Software development lifecycle activities SRS generation, Threat & Risk analysis, Secure software architecture and design documentation UML tools to generate both structural and behavioral models Requirement to design and Conceptualization/prototyping Source code maintenance at Git Repository and Build pipelining Code review process and merge requests

Good to have:

Experience in embedded development on TI CPU AM64xx Understanding of the IEC62443 standards Doxygen code documentation generation Scripting: Familiarity with Languages like Rust, Python, Shell, Bash script, Perl QAC MISRA software static analyzer Knowledge of Italian / French / German language is beneficial

The Lead SW Engineer is responsible for the software implementation effort for different products like Passenger Information Systems, Event recorders, Brakes, HVAC, Doors, CVS, UMMC etc... performing the following activities: requirement analysis, process control, release control, design quality, implementation & verification.


In this role, Lead Software Engineer, shall learn & utilize his/her skills to -

Implement, debug and solve problems in Software products. Design, Code and configure applications in Design your code in UML (PlantUML, Enterprise Architect, StarUML, Markdown). Document and design near to code (Docs like code paradigm). Work in highly agile execution methodology Collaborate with other developers, project managers, system integrators, test engineers and customers. Participate / Support Design verification / validation in end customer sites in India Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering principles and procedures Integrate the systems creating test specifications and performing software and system tests. Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments Participate as a presenter / reviewer in technical and program reviews Willing to accept the challenge to lead a project team as a "lead developer".

The likely projects will be designing a common platform for SW convergence for HVAC, Doors, CVS, UMMC, Brakes, Passenger Information Systems, Safety Products.


Keen on learning processes and design patterns and design tools.