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2027Y Campus - Software Engineer - Linux BSP & Driver Development

  • Shanghai (Pudong)
  • Full-time
  • Posted
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Skills

  • Blueprint Reading
  • Circuit Design
  • Linux
  • Operations
  • Scheduling
  • Git

Job description

Responsibilities:

•Linux Driver Development: Design, develop and debug low-level Linux kernel MSL for Linux kernel and device drivers for various hardware peripherals on i.MX SOC.
•Hardware Bring-up: Collaborate with hardware engineering teams to perform initial SW and board bring-up for new SOCs.
•Kernel Maintenance: Maintain, patch, and upgrade the Linux kernel to support new feature requirements and resolve security vulnerabilities.
•Linux Upstream: Collaborate with Linux community to push Linux kernel and driver upstream.
•Testing & Debugging: Utilize standard kernel debugging tools (gdb, kdb, ftrace, dmesg) to identify bottlenecks, memory leaks, and stability issues.

Requirements:

•Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical field (Graduating class of 2027)
•Core Language: Strong proficiency in Embedded C and a solid understanding of data structures and operations.
•Operating Systems: Solid theoretical understanding of Operating System concepts (memory management, concurrency, scheduling, interrupts) with academic or project experience in Linux architecture .
•Hardware Familiarity: Basic understanding of ARM architecture (preferably ARM Cortex-A) and digital electronics. Ability to read hardware schematics and component datasheets.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

•Hands-on experience with an i.MX development board or similar ARM platforms for academic or personal projects.
•Experience in open source / upstream development.
•Basic knowledge of Linux kernel space.
•Familiarity with Git version control and high-level language or SHELL scripts.
•Experienced with AI coding assistants for coding, debug and automation.

What We Offer

•Structured Mentorship: Direct guidance from senior embedded engineers to fast-track your technical growth.
•Cutting-Edge Tech: Hands-on experience with the latest industrial and automotive silicon platforms.
•Growth Path: A clear career progression ladder within our global engineering organization.
•Benefits: Competitive compensation packages, health benefits, and wellness programs.

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