Linux Kernel Driver developer

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute, and validate Android And / or Linux Kernel upgrades for a multitude of Chipsets having one or more different kernel versions
• Applying Vendor and Device Specific Patches
• Port and maintain Board Support Package (BSP) for SoCs such as Qualcomm
• Update and integrate device drivers for peripherals (e.g., Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Camera, Audio, display, sensors etc).
• Migrate and test any HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) changes for Android.
• Perform bootloader updates and ensure secure boot compatibility.
• Debug, resolve issues during the upgrade process (kernel crashes, HAL failures, app compatibility).
• Work closely with QA to ensure stable releases after Kernel and / or driver upgrades.
• Document upgrade procedures, patch sets, and integration step.

  Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile

• 3-10 years in Embedded Linux or Android platform development.
• Experience with Android AOSP build systems and Linux build systems (Yocto, Buildroot), bootloaders
• Good knowledge of Kernel internals, device tree, and driver development.
• Strong knowledge of Linux kernel networking subsystem and net_device API.
• Bring up and validate Ethernet interfaces during board bring-up
• Hands-on experience writing or modifying Ethernet drivers (MAC/PHY).
• Work with ethtool, iproute2, and other networking tools for driver testing.
• Troubleshoot issues using Wireshark, tcpdump, perf, and kernel tracing tools.
• Strong debugging skills using tools like adb, gdb, strace, dmesg, logcat
• Performance Analysis and Optimization
• Expert in Qualcomm Snapdragon SoCs, Linux kernel, BSPs, and device drivers
• Experience with Yocto, Buildroot, U-Boot, and cross-compilation toolchains.
• Detailed Understanding of cross-compilation and target flashing procedures.