Senior Engineer II - Linux Driver Developer

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Job Description:

Microchip products are at the heart of millions of consumer devices and networks, and we are looking for an exceptional person to join our NCS (Networking & Connectivity Solutions) Development team that develops all kinds of software including Drivers, Firmware, etc. that brings more value to NCS products with a strong customer focus. We are looking for a self-driven, proactive Linux Kernel Development Software Engineer with strong expertise in Kernel drivers and applications, willing to work as an individual contributor and get involved in the complete product development life cycle. This role involves collaborating with Architects to develop Linux Device Drivers for PCIe, USB and Ethernet products. Responsibilities include creating software architecture specifications, design, implementation, test planning, developer testing, and maintenance of Device Drivers.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably ECE, CSE, or EEE).
• At least 5 years of experience developing Linux drivers for any of Ethernet, PCIe, serial bus protocol (UART, I2C, SPI etc.)
• Proficiency in debugging tools such as GDB, Objdump, and similar utilities.
• Strong fundamentals in inter-process communication (IPC) and operating system concepts.
• Experience submitting and integrating code changes into the official Linux kernel mainline repository.
• Experience in reviewing and providing feedback to the Linux community on the mainline code submission
• Experience in supporting Linux drivers across various LTS kernels
• Familiarity with tools like logic analyzers, debuggers, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzers is advantageous.
• Getting involved during all the phases of product life cycle, right from requirement gathering, Module Design, Implementation, Release and sustenance.
• Exposure to Device Tree configuration and U-Boot/UEFI driver development is advantageous
• Ability to interpret datasheets, application notes, and PCB schematics.
• Capability to understand specifications and develop drivers accordingly.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, P4).
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn new technical topics as required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Open-minded and willing to collaborate with various stakeholders in cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Self-motivated, driven, and a team player able to multitask and prioritize project tasks effectively.
• Adherence to industry standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Experience identifying and resolving software bugs and performance issues.
• Ability to customize or configure software modules to meet specific business needs.

Desired Skills:

• Solid understanding of PCIe standards, networking fundamentals, Ethernet Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols, switches, and PHYs. Familiarity with USB is a plus.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in PCIe standards, USB and Ethernet protocols.
• Hands-on Linux Driver Development experience with PCIe-based products, Ethernet NICs, switches, and PHYs is beneficial.
• Exposure to interface protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, USB, and Ethernet.
• Experience in low-level embedded software design, development, testing, and deployment on microcontrollers is preferred.
• Software development experience with one or more of the following: Windows device drivers, QNX/VxWorks device drivers, or MacOS drivers.
• Proficiency in Perl or Python scripting for developing utilities and test automation tools
• Familiarity with ASPICE and functional safety processes.

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