Job Description

As a Linux Kernel and Board Support Package (BSP) Development Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Linux BSPs for embedded systems. Key focus areas include customizing and configuring Linux kernels, drivers, and modules for specific hardware platforms, as well as optimizing system performance, triaging and resolving system-level issues, and providing support during the integration and production phases. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system bring-up and enablement.

Key job responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Linux BSPs for embedded systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and optimize system functionalities within the BSPs.
- Customize and configure Linux kernels, drivers, and modules for specific hardware platforms.
- Support the Factory tasks to ensure fast turnaround for solving assembly line issues.
- Triage and fix issues that occur during the integration and production phases of the products.
- Debug and resolve system-level problems related to drivers and system integration.
- Optimize system performance, including boot time, power consumption, and resource utilization.
- Conduct feasibility studies and performance analysis for new features and technologies.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and user guides.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in embedded Linux development.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree
- 4+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- Proven experience (4+ years) in embedded systems development with a focus on Linux BSPs.Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming languages.
- In-depth knowledge of Linux kernel internals, device drivers, and embedded systems development tools.
- Experience with system bring-up, debug, and optimization for embedded Linux platforms.
- Familiarity with software version control systems (e.g., Git) and bug tracking tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex technical concepts effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

- Knowledge of Yocto Project or other embedded Linux build systems.
- Understanding of hardware chipset architectures (e.g. ARM, RISCV)
- Understanding of hardware interfaces (e.g., I2C, SPI, PCIe).
- Experience with reading and understanding hardware schematics.
- Experience shipping products with Linux BSPs.
- Familiarity with ALSA (Advanced Linux Sound Architecture) and V4L2 (Video for Linux 2) frameworks is a plus.
- Experience with Android OS development and customization.

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