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Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Xyant Technology, Inc. Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

Software Development · 11-50 employees

13 h ago
Senior (5-10 yrs) Contractor United States
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About the role

The engineer will contribute to the design, coding, testing, and support of embedded Linux software systems including kernels, bootloaders, and device drivers. They will also participate in Agile team meetings and perform root cause analysis for complex hardware-software issues.

What they look for

Embedded Linux C C++ Bash Python Board bring-up Device drivers Buildroot Git SVN Jira Agile DevSecOps Wireshark Logic analyzer Kernel development

Requirements

Candidates must have a STEM degree with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience or 9 years of experience without a degree. Proficiency in embedded C/C++, Linux device drivers, and hardware debugging tools is required.

Full description

Company Description

Xyant Technology, established in 1995, is a premier federal systems integrator that provides technical and business solutions in information technology, systems engineering, scientific support and management consulting. 

AWARDS 

Winner of Nationwide Best of the Best Small Business Award from Federal Aviation 

Job Description

Please send your updated resume to vinoth.xyant@gmail. com or apply online.

Job Title: Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA (Onsite)

Duration: 12 Months Contract (40 hours per week)

Direct Client Need

Position Summary:

  • Our major client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Embedded Linux Software Engineering Contractor to work with our Applied Research and Technology (ART) Microelectronics Technology team.
  • Your work will contribute to the development of cutting-edge defense solutions across Mission Systems, leveraging your expertise developing and supporting embedded Linux Board Support Package (BSP) and driver development.

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in Agile team meetings and planning activities, as required to support programs covered by this work plan
  • Contribute to the design, coding, testing, delivery and ongoing support for embedded Linux software systems in areas such as build toolchain, kernel, root filesystem, bootloader, device drivers, and BSP for a wide variety of hardware boards
  • Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software issues.
  • Management of change request and task assignments through Jira

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR
  • Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience OR In absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience is required
  • A minimum of 3 years professional experience with embedded Linux device drivers
  • Proficiency with embedded C/C++
  • Experience with scripting languages (Bash and Python)
  • Experience with board bring-up and target hardware integration
  • Experience with debugging and root cause investigations using hardware schematics and tools such as logic analyzer and Wireshark
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work in a collaborative environment
  • Experience with GIT and SVN version control systems
  • Experience packaging custom Linux distribution with Buildroot
  • Development experience Agile methodologies and DevSecOps

Additional Information

Please send your updated resume to vinoth.xyant@gmail. com or apply online.