Job Description

Responsibilities:

Linux Driver Development: Design, develop and debug low-level Linux kernel MSL for Linux kernel and device drivers for various hardware peripherals on i.MX SOC.
Hardware Bring-up: Collaborate with hardware engineering teams to perform initial SW and board bring-up for new SOCs.
Kernel Maintenance: Maintain, patch, and upgrade the Linux kernel to support new feature requirements and resolve security vulnerabilities.
Linux Upstream: Collaborate with Linux community to push Linux kernel and driver upstream.
Testing & Debugging: Utilize standard kernel debugging tools (gdb, kdb, ftrace, dmesg) to identify bottlenecks, memory leaks, and stability issues.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical field (Graduating class of 2027)
Core Language: Strong proficiency in Embedded C and a solid understanding of data structures and operations.
Operating Systems: Solid theoretical understanding of Operating System concepts (memory management, concurrency, scheduling, interrupts) with academic or project experience in Linux architecture.
Hardware Familiarity: Basic understanding of ARM architecture (preferably ARM Cortex-A) and digital electronics. Ability to read hardware schematics and component datasheets.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

Hands-on experience with an i.MX development board or similar ARM platforms for academic or personal projects.
Experience in open source / upstream development.
Basic knowledge of Linux kernel space.
Familiarity with Git version control and high-level language or SHELL scripts.
Experienced with AI coding assistants for coding, debug and automation.

What We Offer

Structured Mentorship: Direct guidance from senior embedded engineers to fast-track your technical growth.
Cutting-Edge Tech: Hands-on experience with the latest industrial and automotive silicon platforms.
Growth Path: A clear career progression ladder within our global engineering organization.
Benefits: Competitive compensation packages, health benefits, and wellness programs.

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About NXP Semiconductors

We anticipate tomorrow’s needs—navigating a changing world by bringing together technology's brightest minds to build game-changing solutions that propel us forward.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communications infrastructure markets. NXP's "Brighter Together" approach combines leading-edge technology with pioneering people to develop system solutions that make the connected world better, safer, and more secure. The company has operations in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $12.61 billion in 2024. Find out more at www.nxp.com.

Career Development Opportunities : Bright Minds. Bright Futures.

We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills.

Commitment At NXP.

We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality.

Industry

Hardware & Semiconductors

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Headquarters

Eindhoven, NL

Year Founded

2006

Website

nxp.com

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