Senior Member of Technical Staff I

Lattice Semiconductor; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Lattice Semiconductor is seeking a Linux C++ development engineer to work on embedded platform-management software, focusing on BMC development and Linux internals. You will develop cross-functional solutions and collaborate with hardware and validation teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on programming, debugging, and maintaining Yocto/BitBake-based builds, with opportunities to contribute across the entire BMC software lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in ECE, CSE, EEE, IT or MCA with strong programming in C++ and OOP.
• Experience in embedded systems development and Linux internals (system calls, IPC, sockets, threads).
• Hands-on experience with systemd and D-Bus.
• Experience with Linux build frameworks, especially Yocto/BitBake and Makefiles.
• Analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware components using C++ and OO principles.
• Develop Linux applications using system calls, IPC, sockets, and POSIX threading.
• Implement and integrate system services with systemd and D-Bus.
• Build and maintain embedded Linux software using Yocto/BitBake and Makefiles.
• Debug software and system issues using GDB and platform logs.
• Contribute to BMC software integration, startup, and platform bring-up activities.
• Collaborate with development, validation, and hardware teams to diagnose and resolve issues.

Skills

C++

Linux internals

Embedded systems

Object-oriented programming

GDB

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (ECE/CSE/EEE/IT)

Tools

Yocto/BitBake

Makefiles

systemd

D-Bus

Job description

Lattice Overview There is energy here…energy you can feel crackling at any of our international locations. It’s an energy generated by enthusiasm for our work, for our teams, for our results, and for our customers. Lattice is a worldwide community of engineers, designers, and manufacturing operations specialists in partnership with world-class sales, marketing, and support teams, who are developing programmable logic solutions that are changing the industry. Our focus is on R&D, product innovation, and customer service, and to that focus, we bring total commitment and a keenly sharp competitive personality. Energy feeds on energy. If you flourish in a fast paced, results-oriented environment, if you want to achieve individual success within a “team first” organization, and if you believe you can contribute and succeed in a demanding yet collegial atmosphere, then Lattice may well be just what you’re looking for.

Job Description: Sr Member Technical Staff I - LINUX C++ DEVELOPMENT

ABOUT LATTICE SEMICONDUCTOR - AMI Lattice Semiconductor is the low power FPGA leader with 8,000+ customers globally. We are transforming how the world processes data by delivering innovative semiconductor solutions that enable customers to differentiate their products and accelerate growth. Our India team contributes to product development, design, verification, and customer support across multiple technical disciplines. We are building a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a Linux C++ / BMC engineer who enjoys solving complex embedded systems problems and building reliable platform-management software. The role focuses on C++ development, Linux internals, system services, communication frameworks, and embedded Linux build environments. You will contribute to the development, integration, debugging, and maintenance of BMC software while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams. The position requires strong hands-on programming, systematic troubleshooting, and the ability to deliver robust solutions in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware components using C++ and object-oriented programming principles
• Develop Linux applications using system calls, inter-process communication, socket programming, and POSIX multithreading
• Implement and integrate system services using systemd and D-Bus
• Build and maintain embedded Linux software using Yocto/BitBake and Makefiles
• Debug software and system issues using tools such as GDB and platform logs
• Contribute to BMC software integration, system startup, and platform bring-up activities
• Work with low-level hardware interfaces and platform components as required
• Collaborate with development, validation, and hardware teams to diagnose and resolve technical issues
• Use Git for version control and Jira for issue tracking and engineering workflow
• Document software design, implementation details, troubleshooting findings, and technical solutions

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor of Engineering in ECE, CSE, EEE, IT, or Master of Computer Applications
• Strong programming skills in C++ and a solid understanding of object-oriented programming
• Experience in embedded systems development
• Strong knowledge of Linux internals, including system calls, IPC, socket programming, and POSIX multithreading
• Hands-on experience with systemd and D-Bus
• Experience with Linux build frameworks, particularly Yocto/BitBake and Makefiles
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced C programming skills and experience with Python or Bash scripting
• Knowledge of OpenBMC development and architecture
• Experience with embedded Linux startup, bootloaders such as U-Boot, device tree, drivers, and BSP bring-up on BMC SoCs
• Knowledge of I2C/SMBus, USB, PCIe, GPIO, SPI, UART, eSPI, and JTAG interfaces
• Familiarity with IPMI, D-Bus, DMTF standards such as Redfish, PLDM, MCTP, and SPDM, and Open Compute Project specifications
• Experience with ARM-based BMC SoCs such as ASPEED AST2600 or Nuvoton Arbel, and x86/ARM server architectures
• Hands-on experience with GDB, Git, and Jira

LOCATION

Chennai, India

Additional Information

This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in: India

Lattice recognizes that employees are its greatest asset and the driving force behind success in a highly competitive, global industry. Lattice continually strives to provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits program to attract, retain, motivate, reward and celebrate the highest caliber employees in the industry. Lattice is an international, service-driven developer of innovative low cost, low power programmable design solutions. Our global workforce, some 1,000 strong, shares a total commitment to customer success and an unbending will to win. For more information about how our FPGA, CPLD and programmable power management devices help our customers unlock their innovation, visit www.latticesemi.com. You can also follow us via Twitter, Facebook, or RSS.

At Lattice, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.

At Lattice, our core values aren’t just something we look for in candidates – they’re something we actively cultivate and live by every day.

GROWTH

We foster a culture where everyone strives for continuous learning and development. We challenge ourselves to boldly deliver exceptional growth and value for customers and shareholders.

RELIABILITY

Our customers trust us to deliver, and we take that responsibility seriously. By committing ourselves to dependable supply, support, and solutions, we build strong collaboration that lasts and thrives.

EXECUTION

Innovation turns great ideas into results. Together, we create differentiated products and solutions through disciplined planning, decisiveness, and timely delivery with uncompromising quality.

ACCOUNTABILITY

We own our actions and outcomes: holding ourselves to the highest standards, agilely adapting to change, delivering on our commitments, and empowering each other to drive our success.

TRANSPARENCY

Openness builds trust. We lead with integrity and candor, facing hard facts and embracing tough conversations with clear communication, decisive action, and open honesty at every level.

Lattice is strengthening is leadership in compute, communications, industrial, and embedded markets – underscored by multiple award wins that recognize its innovation, leadership, workplace culture, and collaboration-driven solutions.

Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ: LSCC) is the low power programmable leader. For over 40 years, Lattice has driven innovation in the semiconductor industry. Our compact, power-efficient field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) are essential to building a secure, intelligent, and connected world.

Lattice is the #1 supplier of small FPGAs worldwide, with the largest installed base in the industry. Our solutions are trusted by over 11,000 customers globally, spanning the compute, communications, industrial, and embedded markets.

Founded in 1983 in Oregon’s Silicon Forest, Lattice has grown into a global leader with a passionate team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of programmable logic and fostering a culture of innovation.

Headquartered in Portland, Oregon with major operations in San Jose, California, Shanghai, China, and Manilla, Philippines.