Embedded Systems
& Firmware
Engineering Intelligence Into Hardware
Chandigarh.IT delivers specialized embedded systems and firmware development services for safety-critical, performance-sensitive, and resource-constrained environments. Our consortium includes engineers with deep expertise in automotive ADAS and ECU software, medical device firmware, aerospace and defence embedded systems, industrial IoT, and consumer electronics, serving clients across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Australia, Japan, and South Korea.
Embedded systems development demands a unique combination of hardware awareness, real-time operating system expertise, and rigorous testing methodologies. Our engineers work at the intersection of silicon and software, developing firmware in C, C++, Rust, and Assembly for platforms ranging from 8-bit microcontrollers to multi-core ARM and RISC-V processors. We bring production experience with FreeRTOS, Zephyr, VxWorks, Linux kernel, and AUTOSAR, ensuring your embedded software meets the performance, reliability, and safety requirements of your target application.
Every engagement follows industry-specific development processes and standards. For automotive projects, we work within ASPICE and ISO 26262 frameworks. For medical devices, we follow IEC 62304 software lifecycle processes. For aerospace, we adhere to DO-178C guidelines. Our testing capabilities include hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation, static analysis, unit testing, and formal verification to ensure your embedded software is safe, reliable, and certifiable.
Our Embedded Systems Services
We develop high-performance, reliable firmware for microcontrollers, microprocessors, and system-on-chip (SoC) platforms. Our firmware engineers write efficient, maintainable code in C, C++, and Rust, optimizing for memory footprint, execution speed, and power consumption while ensuring compliance with your industry's safety and quality standards.
- Bare-metal firmware for ARM Cortex-M, RISC-V, and legacy architectures
- RTOS-based firmware using FreeRTOS, Zephyr, ThreadX, and VxWorks
- Bootloader development and secure boot implementation
- Over-the-air (OTA) firmware update systems
- Power management and low-power optimization
- Firmware porting and migration across processor families
Our driver development teams create kernel-level and user-space drivers that enable reliable communication between your hardware and operating system. We develop drivers for Linux, Windows, and RTOS environments, supporting custom peripherals, communication interfaces, sensors, actuators, and specialized hardware accelerators.
- Linux kernel driver development (character, block, network drivers)
- Windows WDM and KMDF/UMDF driver development
- RTOS device drivers for FreeRTOS, Zephyr, and QNX
- USB, PCIe, SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN bus driver development
- DMA controller and memory-mapped I/O driver implementation
- Board support package (BSP) development and customization
We bridge the gap between hardware design and software functionality, ensuring seamless integration of processors, peripherals, sensors, and actuators into complete embedded systems. Our integration engineers collaborate with your hardware team to validate designs, bring up new boards, and optimize system-level performance.
- Hardware bring-up and board-level debugging
- Schematic review and hardware-software interface specification
- Sensor integration and signal conditioning
- Communication protocol implementation (Ethernet, CAN, LIN, MOST, FlexRay)
- System-level performance profiling and optimization
- EMC/EMI compliance support and testing coordination
We develop safety-critical software for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and electronic control units (ECUs) following AUTOSAR architecture and ISO 26262 functional safety standards. Our automotive embedded teams have production experience with Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs across sensor fusion, vehicle dynamics, powertrain control, and autonomous driving platforms.
- AUTOSAR Classic and Adaptive platform software development
- ADAS software: lane detection, object recognition, parking assist
- ECU software for powertrain, body, chassis, and infotainment
- Sensor fusion algorithms (LiDAR, radar, camera, ultrasonic)
- CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Automotive Ethernet communication stacks
- ISO 26262 ASIL-B/C/D compliant software development and assessment
We develop embedded software for medical devices that meets IEC 62304 software lifecycle requirements, FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, and EU MDR regulations. Our medical device software teams have experience with patient monitoring systems, diagnostic instruments, surgical robots, wearable health devices, and in-vitro diagnostic equipment.
- IEC 62304 Class A, B, and C software development
- Patient monitoring and vital signs acquisition systems
- Infusion pump and drug delivery device firmware
- Diagnostic imaging equipment software
- Wearable health monitoring and telemedicine devices
- FDA 510(k) and CE marking software documentation support
We develop mission-critical embedded software for aerospace and defence applications that meets the highest levels of safety and reliability. Our engineers have experience with avionics software, satellite systems, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), radar systems, and ground control stations, following DO-178C and MIL-STD development processes.
- DO-178C DAL A through DAL E certified software development
- Avionics display and flight management systems
- UAV autopilot and ground control station software
- Satellite subsystem and payload control software
- Radar signal processing and target tracking algorithms
- MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, and AFDX communication protocols
We develop embedded software for IoT edge devices that process data locally, reducing latency and bandwidth requirements while enabling real-time decision-making at the point of data collection. Our edge computing solutions combine embedded AI inference, secure connectivity, and device management for industrial, agricultural, and smart city applications.
- Edge AI inference on embedded platforms (TensorFlow Lite, ONNX, TensorRT)
- Industrial IoT gateway software development
- MQTT, CoAP, and AMQP protocol implementation
- Secure device provisioning and lifecycle management
- Time-series data processing and local analytics
- Integration with cloud platforms (AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, Google Cloud IoT)
Our testing and verification practice ensures your embedded software meets the stringent quality and safety requirements demanded by regulated industries. We employ a comprehensive testing methodology that includes static analysis, dynamic testing, hardware-in-the-loop simulation, and formal methods to achieve the level of assurance required for certification.
- Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing
- Static code analysis with Polyspace, Coverity, and PC-lint
- Unit testing frameworks (Unity, CppUTest, Google Test)
- Model-based testing with MATLAB/Simulink
- Functional safety assessment per ISO 26262, DO-178C, IEC 62304
- EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) compliance assessment
Technologies & Platforms
Industries We Serve
Why Choose Chandigarh.IT for Embedded Systems
Safety-Critical Expertise
Our engineers have production experience with ISO 26262, DO-178C, IEC 62304, and other safety standards, delivering certified embedded software for automotive, aerospace, and medical applications.
Hardware-Aware Engineers
Our embedded teams understand hardware at the register level, working directly with schematics, datasheets, and oscilloscopes to optimize software performance and resolve integration challenges.
Multi-Domain Experience
From automotive ECUs and medical infusion pumps to satellite payloads and industrial PLCs, our portfolio spans the full spectrum of embedded applications across regulated industries.
Rigorous Testing
Every project includes comprehensive verification with HIL/SIL testing, static analysis, unit tests, integration tests, and traceability matrices that satisfy auditor and certification body requirements.
Long-Term Partnership
Embedded products have long lifecycles. We provide ongoing maintenance, variant management, and platform evolution support for years after initial development, aligned with your product roadmap.
Competitive Rates
Access senior embedded engineers at rates 50-65% lower than US/European embedded consultancies, enabling you to stretch R&D budgets further without sacrificing quality or domain expertise.
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