Lead Engineer – Integrated Smart Pole Solutions

Bajaj Electricals Ltd

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

JOB PURPOSE : Smart pole development

Own the end-to-end architecture, integration, development and validation of an integrated Smart Pole solution combining smart lighting, video surveillance, environmental sensing, EV charging and digital LED display capabilities. Deliver a secure, interoperable, remotely managed solution by integrating field devices, embedded firmware, communication protocols and software platforms into a scalable, reliable product for smart cities, infrastructure and commercial applications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Define end-to-end system architecture for an integrated Smart Pole, covering smart LED lighting, CCTV/IP cameras, environmental sensors (air quality, temperature, humidity, noise and other applicable parameters), EV chargers, digital LED display/signage and the central connected management platform.
Translate business, customer and project requirements into system specifications, interface-control documents, block diagrams, integration plans, acceptance criteria and product requirements.
Lead hardware, embedded firmware, device, network and application integration across heterogeneous vendors and technologies; manage interface dependencies and resolve system-level issues.
Integrate communication and application protocols such as MQTT, HTTP/HTTPS, REST APIs, Modbus, TCP/IP, ONVIF, RTSP, BLE, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, LoRaWAN, cellular and other relevant protocols as applicable to selected devices.
Define and integrate device onboarding, provisioning, configuration, remote monitoring, diagnostics, alarms, OTA firmware/software updates, data logging, dashboards and fleet/device lifecycle management.
Lead firmware and software integration with cloud/edge platforms, mobile/web applications, analytics, video management systems, lighting controls, EV charging management systems and third-party enterprise/city platforms.
Establish cybersecurity-by-design for devices and platforms, including secure boot, signed firmware, identity and certificate management, authentication/authorization, encryption, key management, network segmentation, vulnerability management and secure update mechanisms.
Ensure interoperability, scalability, availability and performance across multi-vendor devices; define fallback modes, offline behaviour, time synchronisation, data integrity and fault recovery.
Plan and execute integration testing, system verification, field trials, reliability testing, cybersecurity testing and user acceptance; manage defects through root-cause analysis and closure.
Coordinate with electronics, mechanical, lighting, firmware, software, cloud, cybersecurity, EV charging, camera, sensor, display, manufacturing, quality, sourcing and service teams, as well as external technology partners.
Evaluate vendors and technical solutions; review datasheets, SDKs, APIs, protocol specifications, firmware release notes and compliance evidence. Drive proof-of-concepts and technical due diligence.
Prepare and maintain architecture documents, interface specifications, BOM inputs, test plans, deployment guides, service procedures and technical documentation.
Support design-for-manufacturing, installation and commissioning, remote serviceability, lifecycle management, cost optimisation and product roadmap planning.
Drive project execution, risks, milestones and technical reviews; mentor engineers and ensure delivery against agreed quality, cost, performance and schedule targets.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electrical / Instrumentation / Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
Master’s degree or relevant specialisation in embedded systems, IoT, networking, cybersecurity or systems engineering is an advantage.

WORK EXPERIENCE

10–12 years of relevant experience in IoT product development, embedded systems, system integration, connected devices or industrial/urban technology solutions.
Demonstrated ownership of at least one complex, multi-device solution from architecture and proof-of-concept through integration, validation and deployment.
Hands-on experience integrating hardware, firmware, communication protocols, APIs and cloud/edge software across multiple vendors.

CERTIFICATIONS

Relevant certifications in IoT, embedded systems, networking, cloud architecture or cybersecurity are desirable (e.g., cloud/IoT platform, networking or security certifications).

PREFERRED/ ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

Strong understanding of embedded Linux/RTOS, device drivers, firmware lifecycle, OTA updates, APIs, SDKs, databases and cloud/edge architectures.
Practical exposure to smart lighting controls, IP video surveillance, environmental sensors, EV charging systems and digital signage is highly desirable.
Experience with MQTT brokers, REST APIs, device management platforms, Linux tools, packet/protocol analysis and integration/debugging tools.
Knowledge of device and platform security, secure coding practices, threat modelling, vulnerability handling and relevant standards such as IEC 62443 is an advantage.
Ability to read schematics, interface diagrams, protocol documents and firmware/software logs; strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
Experience in smart city, street lighting, infrastructure, industrial IoT or public-space deployments is preferred.
Willingness to support field integration, commissioning and troubleshooting at customer/vendor locations as required.

REPORTEES

May guide and coordinate integration engineers / cross-functional project resources; formal direct reportees to be defined based on project structure.

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL INTERFACE

Internal: R&D – Electronics, Firmware, Software, IoT/Cloud, Lighting, Mechanical, Cybersecurity, Quality, Testing & Validation, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Product Management, Sales/Projects and Service.

External: Camera, sensor, EV charger, LED display and lighting suppliers; system integrators; cloud/platform partners; telecom/network providers; cybersecurity/testing agencies; customers, EPCs and smart-city/municipal stakeholders.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

System architecture and systems engineering
IoT and multi-protocol integration / API integration
Embedded firmware and device lifecycle management
Cloud/edge platform and application integration
Device, network and platform cybersecurity
Integration planning, verification, validation and field commissioning
Technical documentation, vendor evaluation and root-cause analysis
Project execution, risk management and cross-functional coordination

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