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Contractual Linux Device Driver Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Embedded Software Engineer

Elgin, IL · On-site

$130.70K - $171.90K/yr

Experience with real-time embedded systems and device driver development (Zephyr required ... Familiarity with Linux-based embedded systems (e.g., OpenWRT, LEDE). * Experience with Python or ...

Embedded Software Engineer

Elgin, IL

$130.70K - $171.90K/yr

Experience with real-time embedded systems and device driver development (Zephyr required ... Familiarity with Linux-based embedded systems (e.g., OpenWRT, LEDE). * Experience with Python or ...

Familiar with development in either Windows, Linux and/or Unix-based operating systems * Software ... Familiarity with low-level programming such as device-driver and OS programming * Understanding of ...

Familiar with development in either Windows, Linux and/or Unix-based operating systems * Software ... Familiarity with low-level programming such as device-driver and OS programming * Understanding of ...

Software Engineer III

Chicago, IL · On-site

$106.07K - $140.55K/yr

Develop embedded C/C++ firmware for low power designs, including hardware device drivers. * Develop ... Experience with embedded Linux, Zephyr, or other real time operating systems. * Experience with ...

Engineers will be testing mobile devices against customer specific specifications. - Starting ... device drivers, troubleshooting common Windows problems. * Experience with different mobile ...

... diverse device platforms. • Drive integration of system components with vendor HALs ... Linux, Android, Windows, or RTOS platforms. • Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required. • ...

In this role, you will design, code, test, debug, and document device communication middleware ... Linux), mobile, browser-based, cloud, and embedded. Advance the evolution of our software ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual linux device driver developer in Chicago, IL is $56.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.73 and $61.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development - 2784 -OJO

Right Talent Right Now

Chicago, IL

$178.20K - $211.20K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Job Description

System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development - 2784


Job Ref.: 2784

Job Title: System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development

Role: Information Technology

Relocation Available: Yes

Industry: I.T.

Location: South Carolina

Town / City: Greer

Job Type: Permanent full-time



Job description:

Company develops custom system level software, including device drivers, firmware, embedded applications, protocol stacks, board support packages, and custom interfaces. They specialize in wireless communications for military and embedded systems.


They are seeking a talented Software Development professional who specializes in system-level development (device drivers, firmware, embedded systems) to serve as a key member of the engineering team. This individual will be responsible for developing and supporting user mode applications, device drivers, and firmware for a wide variety of systems, including networking and communication hardware and software products. These responsibilities include the design and development of protocols and algorithms for a variety of technologies, including USB, PCI, 802. WLAN, Ethernet, VoIP, Bluetooth, cellular, and broadband communications. This individual must be able to communicate effectively with clients and be attentive to customer satisfaction.

Windows Kernel and/or Driver Programming experience (XP, Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8) or current Linux Kernel Driver programming experience.

6-8+ years C, C+ programming experience.

6-8+ years of application development experience

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Strong debugging skills

Superior problem solving abilities 

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Required Education: Bachelors or Masters in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science. 



Desired Skills (not required)

WinDBG

embedded Linux

Experience with multiple Linux distributions (Montavista, Ubuntu, OpenEmbedded, Red Hat, Buildroot, etc.) 

Embedded Linux development for a variety of platforms (ARM, MIPS, x86, PowerPC, etc.) and board support packages.

Experience writing software that interfaces with hardware (one or more of the following: device drivers, firmware, embedded systems).

Experience with real time and multithreaded applications

Experience performing architectural definition, documentation, and development at the system level

Reverse Engineering (IDA Pro, Ollydbg, etc.) 

Communication protocol experience (designing, implementing)

Experience writing software that interfaces with hardware (one or more of the following: device drivers, firmware, embedded systems)

Clearance Required: Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen in order to meet the minimum requirement to obtain the required clearance.



Bottom Line Requirements:

1. Bachelors or Masters in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related.

2. Windows Kernel or Driver Programming experience (XP, Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8) or current Linux Kernel Driver programming experience.

3. 6-8+ years C, C+ programming experience.

4. 6-8+ years of application development experience.

5. US Citizen able to obtain clearance.

Additional Information

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