Engineer II – Software Development (USB Driver Development) | Ftprotech | Hyderabad

ftprotech; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ftprotech is seeking an experienced Engineer II - Software Development in Hyderabad to lead Linux device driver development for USB 3.x/4 and Thunderbolt interfaces on Snapdragon platforms. You will design, implement, test, and debug embedded C code, configure Linux kernel internals, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust power management and high-speed data transfer.

The role requires 3–6 years in embedded software engineering, strong C proficiency, and hands-on work with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 3–6 years of embedded software engineering, Linux device driver development, or systems programming.
• Strong proficiency in Linux device drivers and Linux kernel internals.
• Extensive experience in USB 3.0/3.1/4 and Thunderbolt 3/4 protocol development on Snapdragon platforms.
• Advanced C programming and embedded software development expertise.
• Experience with hardware protocol analyzers (LeCroy USB Analyzer) and debugging.
• Knowledge of power management states in Linux.
• Available for full-time employment in Hyderabad, email: [e-mail].

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Linux device drivers for USB 3.x/4 and Thunderbolt interfaces.
• Lead embedded C software development for Snapdragon SoC platforms and peripheral controllers.
• Configure and debug Linux kernel internals, interrupts, and memory management.
• Use LeCroy USB analyzers to capture traffic and diagnose protocol issues.
• Implement power management features including sleep and hibernation.
• Perform system-level debugging, crash dump analysis, and trace logging.
• Collaborate with hardware, silicon validation, and firmware teams.
• Document driver architecture and unit test coverage, ensure RTOS constraints.

Skills

C programming

Linux kernel

Device drivers

USB 3.x/4

Thunderbolt 3/4

Snapdragon SoC

LeCroy USB Analyzer

Embedded systems

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering

Tools

LeCroy USB Analyzer

Linux kernel debugging tools

Job description

Position Summary:

Ftprotech is seeking an experienced, highly technical, and accomplished Engineer II - Software Development specializing in USB Driver Development with 3 to 6 years of professional Linux kernel, embedded systems, and device driver engineering experience to join our client engagement team on a full-time, permanent basis in Hyderabad (Work Location: KRC Tower). In this specialized systems software role, you will spearhead designing, developing, testing, and debugging complex Linux device drivers for USB 3.x and USB 4 architectures running on Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms. You will work closely with hardware architects, firmware engineers, and validation squads to ensure robust power management, high-speed data transfer compliance, and flawless system reliability. Ideal candidates bring a robust academic degree in computer science or electronics engineering, deep practical mastery of C programming, USB analyzer tooling, and immediate availability for deployment in Hyderabad.

Detailed Job Description:

As an Engineer II - Software Development at Ftprotech in Hyderabad, you will take full ownership of Linux device driver development, USB protocol implementation, kernel-level debugging, and pre/post-silicon validation. Your day-to-day responsibilities encompass authoring embedded C code, configuring Linux kernel OS internals, debugging USB 3.0/3.1/4 and Thunderbolt 3/4 interfaces utilizing LeCroy USB analyzers, and optimizing power management states (Sleep/Hibernation). You will collaborate proactively with cross-functional semiconductor and software engineering teams to resolve complex system-level bugs, execute compliance testing, and deliver production-grade firmware solutions. Working in a fast-paced technology consulting environment in Hyderabad, you will drive embedded software excellence and next-gen hardware-software integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain robust Linux device drivers focusing on USB 3.0, USB 3.1, USB 4, and Thunderbolt 3/4 architectures.
• Spearhead embedded C software development for Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC platforms and complex peripheral controllers.
• Configure, optimize, and debug Linux kernel and operating system internals, interrupt handling, and memory management.
• Utilize advanced hardware diagnostic tools including LeCroy USB analyzers to capture packet traffic and diagnose protocol violations.
• Implement and optimize power management features, including advanced sleep states, hibernation, and low-power idle modes.
• Execute system-level debugging, crash dump analysis, trace logging, and root-cause troubleshooting across embedded Linux targets.
• Collaborate proactively with hardware design, silicon validation, and firmware engineering squads at KRC Tower.
• Participate in pre-silicon and post-silicon validation, USB/Thunderbolt compliance testing, and regression verification.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, driver architecture specifications, and unit test coverage reports.
• Ensure strict adherence to real-time operating constraints, kernel coding standards, and semiconductor delivery schedules.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 6 years of professional working experience in embedded software engineering, Linux device driver development, or systems programming.
• Strong technical proficiency and hands-on operational mastery of Linux device drivers and Linux kernel OS internals.
• Extensive practical experience in USB 3.0, USB 3.1, USB 4, and Thunderbolt 3/4 protocol development on Snapdragon platforms.
• Expert C programming proficiency and embedded systems software development expertise.
• Proven operational mastery of hardware protocol analyzers (LeCroy USB Analyzer) and advanced system-level debugging.
• Strong understanding of power management subsystems (Sleep, Hibernation, PM frameworks) in Linux.
• Professional availability for full-time employment in Hyderabad (Application email: [e-mail]).

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Professional certifications or advanced coursework in embedded systems design, operating system internals, or real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Hands-on experience with Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC architectures and custom board support packages (BSP).
• Direct experience in pre-silicon emulation, FPGA prototyping, and post-silicon hardware validation.
• Working knowledge of PC hardware architecture, BIOS/UEFI interactions, and motherboard design.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and regional languages.

Recruitment Pro Tip:

When applying for senior Linux device driver roles in Hyderabad, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your USB 4 / Thunderbolt protocol depth, LeCroy analyzer proficiency, and Snapdragon SoC kernel development track record.