Core Platforms Systems Software Engineer, Senior - Cork, Ireland

Qualcomm; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and performance-related bonus

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Employee stock purchase scheme

Education Assistance

Relocation support

Life and medical insurance

Subsidised memberships for well-being

Job summary

A global technology company seeks a Software Engineer to join their Cork office. The role involves developing embedded drivers for their chipset portfolio, requiring knowledge in SOC Development, Linux Kernel functionality, and programming skills in C. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of experience in Software Engineering. The position offers competitive benefits and requires on-site work for five days a week.

Qualifications

• Essential: Bachelor’s in Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of Software Engineering experience.
• Experience with Programming Languages like C and Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prototype industry-leading embedded drivers.
• Collaborate on projects across multiple teams.
• Design, test and document drivers for consumption.

Skills

SOC Development and/or Architecture Background

In‑depth knowledge of Linux Kernel functionality

Experience in C programming

Excellent debugging skills

Communication and collaboration skills

Experience with Python/Perl

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering (Computer Science/Electrical Engineering)

Master’s in Engineering (Computer Science/Electrical Engineering)

Tools

Linux Kernel

ARM CoreSight architecture

C++ programming

Job description

Company:

QT Technologies Ireland Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

Join our diverse and innovative team. When you work for Qualcomm, you join a global leader in wireless technology and a pioneer in 5G. You also become part of a diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects that shape the future of connectivity and make a positive impact on the world. You will also have access to learning and development programs, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates your achievements and supports your growth.

You will be working with the Core Platform team (Ireland) on next‑generation System‑on‑Chip (SoC) for compute, smartphone, IoT and other product categories.

You will be involved in the development and prototyping of industry‑leading features across multiple device driver teams. The person taking up this role will be responsible for delivering critical embedded drivers and associated features requiring significant amounts of pan‑technology contributions on products spanning all of Qualcomm’s chipset portfolio on Mobile, Auto, XR among others. You will also be expected to design, test and document multiple drivers for internal and external consumption.

*Please note this role will require 5 days per week onsite in our Cork office*

What are we looking for?

• SOC Development and/or Architecture Background, preferably in the Compute or Mobile space.
• In‑depth knowledge of Linux Kernel functionality, device driver development and embedded systems architecture.
• Experience in C and data structures, preferably in developing Linux kernel.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate on projects with multiple teams and disciplines.
• Excellent debugging and problem‑solving skills in Linux Kernel. Familiar with ARM CoreSight architecture will be a plus.
• Ability to develop and improve methodologies for experiments and analysis in the specific area of expertise.
• Have the communication and collaboration skills to work with a large world‑wide design organization.
• Experience on Python/Perl will be a plus.
• Assembly and C++ language experience is a plus.

Ideal areas of expertise may include:

• ARM and RISC‑V Architecture expertise specifically in areas of Coherency, Signaling, Memory Management, Virtualization, etc.
• DSPs, CPUs (ARM preferred), High and Low Speed peripherals.
• DDR, Interconnect, System Cache, QOS.
• Power, Boot, Debug, Security, Access Control Architecture.

Education requirements:

• Essential:Bachelor’s in Engineering (Computer Science/Electrical Engineering)
• Preferred:Master’s in Engineering (Computer Science/Electrical Engineering)

Where you will be working:

Cork has a proud reputation as Ireland’s second largest economic engine and is now one of the Top 20 location choices in Europe with 39,000 people being employed by over 170 overseas companies. There’s a growing diversity in the region with people from many nationalities relocating to Cork, relishing the opportunity to work and live in a location that offers an excellent quality of life. A gateway to Europe, Cork airport provides access to almost 50 international destinations including transatlantic air routes.

Equal Opportunities:

We are an Equal Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected classification.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary, stock and performance related bonus
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee stock purchase scheme
• Matching pension scheme
• Education Assistance
• Relocation and immigration support (if needed)
• Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance
• Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well‑being
• Bicycle purchase scheme
• Employee run clubs, including running, football, chess, badminton + many more

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

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