Linux Device Driver Engineer People Tech

4.0 - 8.0 years

7 - 16 Lacs

hyderabad

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Job Title: Linux Device Driver Engineer Experience: 4 to 8 Years Location : Hyderabad Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Linux Device Driver Engineer with strong C/C++ programming skills and hands-on experience in Linux driver development. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working with kernel modules and hardware interfaces, and be comfortable debugging and optimizing low-level system software. Key Responsibilities • Porting existing Linux device drivers to new platforms, SoCs, and kernel versions. • New driver development for custom hardware components and peripherals. • Debugging kernel and driver-level issues using industry-standard tools. • Integration & bring-up of hardware with Linux-based systems. • Collaborate with hardware teams to interpret specifications and enable device functionality. • Optimize drivers for performance, reliability, and resource efficiency. • Write clear technical documentation for driver APIs, design, and integration steps. Required Skills & Qualifications • Bachelors/Masters in Computer Science, Electronics, or related field. • 4 to 8 years of professional experience in software development. • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming and memory management. • Hands-on experience with any Linux device driver (character, block, network, USB, PCIe, I2C, SPI, etc.). Good understanding of Linux kernel architecture, module programming, and build systems. • Knowledge of interrupt handling, DMA, and device tree configuration. • Familiarity with cross-compilation and embedded Linux toolchains. • Experience with debugging tools (GDB, ftrace, perf, printk, etc.). • Version control experience (Git). Preferred Skills • Exposure to multiple driver types (networking, storage, multimedia, etc.). • Experience with Yocto, Buildroot, or similar embedded Linux environments. • Knowledge of real-time Linux and RT patches. • Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash) for testing and automation. Soft Skills • Strong analytical and debugging skills. • Good communication and collaboration abilities. • Ability to work independent

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