Sr. Linux BSP Engineer

Role Overview

• Strong development experience with C/C++ and strong programming skills
• Hands‑on development experience on Linux Embedded, Ubuntu, CentOS, and Debian platform software stacks
• Hands‑on development experience with the Linux kernel, performance tuning, and board support packages
• Demonstrated hands‑on architectural knowledge of end‑to‑end software flow for a typical embedded SoC
• Ability to navigate touchpoints in different stages of the software stack, examine technical issues, and interface with customers by collaborating with technology teams
• Working knowledge and experience with second‑stage bootloaders such as U‑Boot, systemd‑boot, and UEFI
• Strong deductive problem‑solving skills, with effective verbal and written communication for cross‑team collaboration
• Hands‑on experience with the full software development life cycle including design, implementation, deployment, and support
• Practical enablement of industrial solutions with virtualization using KVM or other hypervisors is beneficial
• Strong networking concepts and systems programming experience is beneficial
• Real‑time use‑case enablement with performance tuning for real‑time applications on Guest or Host OS is beneficial

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 3+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

• 6+ years of experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
• 8+ years of designing and leading real‑time embedded and industrial solutions with hands‑on experience
• Strong understanding of board support packages, hypervisors, RTOS, and OS concepts and fundamentals
• Strong understanding of Linux kernel and internals
• Knowledge of SoC systems and related concepts, including bring‑up
• Strong aptitude, fast learner, self‑motivated, and willing to work across a broad range of technology areas

• Lead end‑to‑end software architecture, definition, and execution of IoT products running Linux Embedded and Ubuntu on Qualcomm SoCs.
• Perform bring‑up and develop proof‑of‑concept IoT solutions.
• Work across diverse technology areas to develop cutting‑edge features.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management and Program Management on Plan of Record definition, planning, and execution.
• Work effectively with geographically distributed teams across time zones.
• Ensure product deliverables are completed on time and meet expectations for functionality, stability, power, and performance.
• Engage with customers and development partners to understand technical requirements, perform high‑level feasibility analysis, and collaborate with technology teams to deliver solutions.

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