Permanent full-time Company develops custom system level software, including device drivers ... Desired Skills (not required) WinDBG embedded Linux Experience with multiple Linux distributions ...
Permanent full-time Company develops custom system level software, including device drivers ... Desired Skills (not required) WinDBG embedded Linux Experience with multiple Linux distributions ...
Embedded Software Engineer (C++ / Linux)
Oak Brook, IL · On-site
$132K - $174K/yr
Help with Linux Device development * If candidate has QT, will help with architecture * Will ... Engineering, Computer Engineering * 4+ years of embedded application development experience
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Embedded Software Engineer (C++ / Linux)
Oak Brook, IL · On-site
$132K - $174K/yr
Help with Linux Device development * If candidate has QT, will help with architecture * Will ... Engineering, Computer Engineering * 4+ years of embedded application development experience
Platform Software Engineering Manager
$160K - $180K/yr
Develop, integrate, and debug Linux device drivers and low-level interfaces including SPI, I2C ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or ...
Platform Software Engineering Manager
$160K - $180K/yr
Develop, integrate, and debug Linux device drivers and low-level interfaces including SPI, I2C ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or ...
Platform Software Engineering Manager
Rolling Meadows, IL · On-site
$160K - $180K/yr
Develop, integrate, and debug Linux device drivers and low-level interfaces including SPI, I2C ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or ...
Platform Software Engineering Manager
Rolling Meadows, IL · On-site
$160K - $180K/yr
Develop, integrate, and debug Linux device drivers and low-level interfaces including SPI, I2C ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or ...
Embedded Software Engineer
Elgin, IL · On-site
$130K - $171K/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 · On-site
$130K - $171K/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
$130K - $171K/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
$130K - $171K/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 ...
... and device drivers for HP Proliant servers -Linux software distribution and recovery tools ... in the Unix Engineering client/server technology space and eCommerce/Internet space -Strong ...
... and device drivers for HP Proliant servers -Linux software distribution and recovery tools ... in the Unix Engineering client/server technology space and eCommerce/Internet space -Strong ...
USB device connectivity issues (e.g., card readers dropping) * Unexpected computer crashes ... Qualifications: * Strong expertise in Linux/embedded systems engineering. * Experience ...
USB device connectivity issues (e.g., card readers dropping) * Unexpected computer crashes ... Qualifications: * Strong expertise in Linux/embedded systems engineering. * Experience ...
Sr. Windows OS Software Engineer
Skokie, IL · On-site
$160 - $170/day
... device driver development as well as OS image creation and deployment to a w/less device; ? • C ... NodeJS is a plus • Developer experience with GraphQL is a plus • Ability to integrate ...
Sr. Windows OS Software Engineer
Skokie, IL · On-site
$160 - $170/day
... device driver development as well as OS image creation and deployment to a w/less device; ? • C ... NodeJS is a plus • Developer experience with GraphQL is a plus • Ability to integrate ...
Mid-Level Embedded Linux VoIP & Audio Systems
$75K - $100K/yr
We are seeking a mid-level Embedded Linux VoIP & Audio Systems Engineer with 3 to 6 years ... device to the Node.js control interface and cloud portal--while collaborating with senior engineers ...
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Mid-Level Embedded Linux VoIP & Audio Systems
$75K - $100K/yr
We are seeking a mid-level Embedded Linux VoIP & Audio Systems Engineer with 3 to 6 years ... device to the Node.js control interface and cloud portal--while collaborating with senior engineers ...
Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Systems
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$122K - $160K/yr
Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Systems Job Type: Contract (12+ Months) Position Overview: We ... This role is focused on the design and development of embedded device drivers and control software ...
Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Systems
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$122K - $160K/yr
Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Systems Job Type: Contract (12+ Months) Position Overview: We ... This role is focused on the design and development of embedded device drivers and control software ...
Fortune Brands are hiring for a Senior Manager of Device Software, Connected Products to provide ... engineers working across both embedded Linux and RTOS-based product lines . This is a hands-on ...
Fortune Brands are hiring for a Senior Manager of Device Software, Connected Products to provide ... engineers working across both embedded Linux and RTOS-based product lines . This is a hands-on ...
Software Engineer III
Chicago, IL · On-site
$106K - $140K/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 ...
Software Engineer III
Chicago, IL · On-site
$106K - $140K/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 ...
Software Engineer III
Chicago, IL · On-site
$106K - $140K/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 ...
Software Engineer III
Chicago, IL · On-site
$106K - $140K/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 ...
Software Engineer III
Chicago, IL · On-site
$106K - $140K/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 ...
Software Engineer III
Chicago, IL · On-site
$106K - $140K/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 ...
... device development processes. • Create and implement software/test plans/protocols and generate ... Linux. • Software development through the full product lifecycle. • Strong OpenGL Computer ...
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... device development processes. • Create and implement software/test plans/protocols and generate ... Linux. • Software development through the full product lifecycle. • Strong OpenGL Computer ...
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... device development • Excellent documentation skills (highly regulated development environment) • Excellent Object-Oriented Design C++ and Qt Programming Experiences • Operating Systems: Linux ...
... device development • Excellent documentation skills (highly regulated development environment) • Excellent Object-Oriented Design C++ and Qt Programming Experiences • Operating Systems: Linux ...
... device development • Excellent documentation skills (highly regulated development environment) • Excellent Object-Oriented Design C++ and Qt Programming Experiences • Operating Systems: Linux ...
... device development • Excellent documentation skills (highly regulated development environment) • Excellent Object-Oriented Design C++ and Qt Programming Experiences • Operating Systems: Linux ...
Operating System Design Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
$178K - $211K/yr
... diverse device platforms. • Drive integration of system components with vendor HALs ... Linux, Android, Windows, or RTOS platforms. • Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required. • ...
Operating System Design Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
$178K - $211K/yr
... diverse device platforms. • Drive integration of system components with vendor HALs ... Linux, Android, Windows, or RTOS platforms. • Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required. • ...
Software Engineer
Lisle, IL · On-site
... Linux and/or Unix-based operating systems. More About This Role: You will demonstrate breadth and ... Familiarity with Device Drivers * Ability to operate and code in the hardware Layers * Knowledge of ...
Software Engineer
Lisle, IL · On-site
... Linux and/or Unix-based operating systems. More About This Role: You will demonstrate breadth and ... Familiarity with Device Drivers * Ability to operate and code in the hardware Layers * Knowledge of ...
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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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