Platform / BSP Engineer

Palcnetworks; Chennai; Hybrid; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Palcnetworks in Chennai is looking for experienced engineers specialized in network operating system development. The role focuses on Board Support Package enablement and platform drivers for networking devices. Candidates should have a strong background in networking software development and hands-on experience with Linux and embedded systems. The position involves collaborative work with hardware teams to ensure platform readiness. A hybrid work model is offered, requiring some office presence.

Qualifications

• Strong background in networking software development.
• Hands-on experience in Platform/BSP development for networking devices.
• Linux networking background with experience in ONIE, ONL, and bootloader.

Responsibilities

• Board Support Package enablement and bring-up of new platforms from hardware vendors.
• Hands-on experience in platform drivers for network switches/routers.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across the full software stack.
• Work with hardware, ASIC, and system teams to ensure platform readiness.

Skills

Networking software development

C/C++ proficiency

Python proficiency

Linux/Embedded Systems experience

Hardware integration knowledge

Tools

Debugging tools

Profiling tools

Version control systems

Job description

Work Mode

Org Policy: Hybrid Project Requirement: Work from Office

Availability

Immediate

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced engineers with strong expertise in network operating system development, focusing on Board Support Package enablement. The role involves bringing up new platforms from hardware vendors and hands‑on experience in platform drivers for network switches/routers.

Key Responsibilities

• Platform & BSP Development: Board Support Package enablement and bring‑up of new platforms from hardware vendors
• Hands‑on experience in platform drivers for network switches/routers
• System Debugging: Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across the full software stack
• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Work with hardware, ASIC, and system teams to ensure platform readiness

Core Requirements

• Strong background in networking software development
• Hands‑on experience in Platform/BSP development for networking devices
• Linux networking background with experience in ONIE, ONL, and bootloader

Technical Skills

• Programming Languages: Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and system‑level programming
• Linux/Embedded Systems: Experience with Linux kernel, device drivers, and embedded development
• Hardware Integration: Knowledge of switching hardware, ASICs, and platform integration (FAN, CPU, PSU, etc.)
• Development Tools: Familiarity with debugging tools, profiling tools, and version control systems

Additional/Preferred Experience

• Background in network hardware validation and testing