Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

We are seeking passionate and skilled Embedded Linux Software Developers to join our Automotive Linux Systems team. This team is responsible for designing and delivering high-quality system software and applications for Qualcomm Automotive and Telematics chipsets on Embedded Linux platforms.

The ideal candidate is a quick learner, proactive, and capable of building innovative and competitive solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor''s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. ORMaster''s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience. ORPhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.? 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, implement, and analyze software in an Embedded Linux environment.
• Gather requirements, implement new features, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple domains and geographies.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong programming skills in C, C++, with good knowledge of Data Structures and Algorithms; familiarity with Python and Shell scripting is a plus.
• Solid understanding of OS concepts: Scheduler, Memory Management, File Systems, Locking, and Synchronization.
• Hands-on experience in Linux/Unix-based development environments.
• Experience with Yocto Project, recipe-based builds, and tools like Git/Gerrit.
• Proficiency in Linux system programming: System calls, IPC, Multi-threading, Systemd.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills: root-cause analysis, performance tuning, KPI optimization.
• Working knowledge of FOTA/OTA, streaming, software updates, recovery, fastboot.
• Familiarity with tools: GDB, Valgrind, Perf, Ftrace, eBPF, and memory leak analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a positive attitude.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ARM-based embedded systems.
• Exposure to Automotive or IoT Linux software development.
• Knowledge of Linux Kernel: bring-up, upgrades, device tree, drivers, porting, and kernel configuration.
• Familiarity with Linux storage subsystems: NAND, eMMC, UBI, UBIFS, SQUASHFS, EXT4, RAMFS.
• Understanding of Linux security frameworks: SELinux, SMACK, IMA-EVM, DM-Verity, FDE, DM-Crypt, FS-Crypt, Secure Boot, TrustZone.
• Knowledge of RAID, A/B system architecture is a plus.