Linux Device Driver Developer

Capgemini Engineering; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering is seeking a Linux Device Driver Development Engineer to develop and integrate low‑level drivers and platform software for embedded SoC and multi‑core systems. You will drive board bring‑up, bootloader integration, and kernel driver upstreaming, ensuring robust HW‑SW integration and high performance.

You will contribute across BSP, kernel, and driver layers, debug with JTAG/J‑Link, and collaborate with HW, validation, and system teams to resolve complex issues.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Linux kernel development and device drivers.
• Proficient in C programming for kernel and systems software.
• Deep understanding of SoC architecture, multi‑core systems, NUMA, and memory hierarchies.
• Hands‑on experience with drivers for GPIO, SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe, Ethernet, storage, DDR.
• Expertise in kernel subsystems (scheduler, memory management, IPC, DMA, interrupts).
• Experience with board schematics, HW bring‑up, and HW–SW integration.
• Familiarity with Yocto/Buildroot, Git, and system‑level Linux debugging.
• Knowledge of multimedia/display, GPU drivers, or OpenGL/OpenCL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and customize Linux device drivers and platform software.
• Lead board bring‑up, bootloader integration (U‑Boot), and power‑on boot flows.
• Port, integrate, and upstream kernel drivers; support OS/kernel upgrades.
• Develop bare‑metal and kernel drivers for peripherals and subsystems.
• Perform system‑level debugging using JTAG/J‑Link and lab equipment.
• Collaborate across HW, validation, and system teams to resolve complex issues.

Skills

Linux kernel

Device drivers

C programming

SoC architecture

NUMA

Multi-core systems

HW bring-up

Yocto/Buildroot

Git

System debugging

Tools

Yocto/Buildroot

Git

Job description

Job Description

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a place where you’ll be empowered to shape your career, supported by a collaborative global community, and inspired to reimagine what’s possible. Join us in helping leading Consumer Products and Retail Services (CPRS) organizations unlock the value of technology and drive scalable, sustainable growth.

Your Role

As a Linux Device Driver Development Engineer, you will develop, integrate, and debug low‑level drivers and platform software for custom embedded SoC and multi‑core systems. You will work across BSP, bootloader, kernel, and driver layers to ensure stable HW–SW integration and high system performance.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and customize Linux device drivers and platform software.
• Lead board bring‑up, bootloader integration (U‑Boot), and power‑on boot flows.
• Port, integrate, and upstream kernel drivers; support OS/kernel upgrades.
• Develop bare‑metal and kernel drivers for peripherals and subsystems.
• Perform system‑level debugging using JTAG/J‑Link and lab equipment.
• Collaborate across HW, validation, and system teams to resolve complex issues.

Your Profile

• Strong experience with Linux kernel development and device drivers.
• Proficient in C programming for kernel and systems software.
• Deep understanding of SoC architecture, multi‑core systems, NUMA, and memory hierarchies.
• Hands‑on experience with drivers for GPIO, SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe, Ethernet, storage, DDR.
• Expertise in kernel subsystems (scheduler, memory management, IPC, DMA, interrupts).
• Experience with board schematics, HW bring‑up, and HW–SW integration.
• Familiarity with Yocto/Buildroot, Git, and system‑level Linux debugging.
• Knowledge of multimedia/display, GPU drivers, or OpenGL/OpenCL is a plus.

What You’ll Love About Working Here

We value flexibility and support our employees with remote work options and adaptable schedules to maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Our inclusive culture brings together diverse professionals committed to growth, innovation, and excellence. You’ll have access to continuous learning opportunities and certifications in emerging technologies like cloud and AI.

About Us

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life‑saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.