Senior Software Engineer

Sasken Technologies Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasken Technologies Limited in Bengaluru seeks a seasoned Software Test Engineer to automate customer software products for Automotive Telematics and 4G/5G NR connectivity modules. The role focuses on Linux BSP bring-up from bootloader to kernel, driver development, and system bring-up.

You will collaborate on cross-functional teams, tackle boot issues, and contribute to BSP architecture while ensuring automotive-grade reliability and robust power management.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years Linux BSP development experience.
• 3–4+ years in automotive/telecom-grade modules.
• Strong Linux kernel internals (memory management, driver model, device tree).
• Bootloader experience (U-Boot/LK) and C-based driver development across peripherals.
• Experience with Qualcomm/MediaTek automotive or IoT chipsets (Snapdragon Automotive, X55/X62).
• Yocto/OpenEmbedded or Buildroot for custom image builds.

Responsibilities

• Develop and port Linux BSP (bootloader, kernel, drivers) for new SoC/chipset bring-up; create device trees.
• Build and debug drivers for modem/RF, GNSS, UART/SPI/I2C, USB, and PMIC.
• Debug boot failures, kernel panics, and driver issues using JTAG and kernel tools.
• Support board bring-up (EVT/DVT/PVT) and liaise with chipset vendor FAE teams.
• Contribute to BSP architecture decisions.

Skills

Problem solving

Team player

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/ECT/MCA

Tools

Linux BSP development

Kernel internals

Device tree

U-Boot

Yocto/OpenEmbedded or Buildroot

Job description

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, quick learner and demonstrated team-player. You will be a software test engineer responsible for the automation of customer software products in Automotive Telematics / 4G/ 5G NR Connectivity Modules. You should excel in working with large-scale applications and frameworks and have outstanding problem solving, communication and team playing skills.

Experience: 6-10 years

About the Role

Own the Linux BSP for WNC's automotive-grade 4G/ 5G NR NAD modules (telematics, V2X, eCall) - from bootloader through kernel to platform enablement, meeting automotive-grade reliability and power constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and port Linux BSP (bootloader, kernel, drivers) for new SoC/chipset bring-up, including device tree development
• Build and debug drivers for modem/RF, GNSS, UART/SPI/I2C, USB, and PMIC
• Debug boot failures, kernel panics, and driver issues using JTAG and kernel-level tools
• Support board bring-up (EVT/DVT/PVT) and liaise with chipset vendor FAE teams
• Contribute to BSP architecture decisions

Required Skills

• 6-10 years Linux BSP development, 3-4+ years in automotive/telecom-grade modules
• Strong Linux kernel internals (memory management, driver model, device tree)
• Bootloader experience (U-Boot/LK) and C-based driver development across common peripherals
• Qualcomm/MediaTek automotive or IoT chipset experience (Snapdragon Automotive, X55/X62-class modems preferred)
• Yocto/OpenEmbedded or Buildroot for custom image builds

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or ECT or MCA
• 6+ years of work experience in Embedded projects across leading firms
• Ability to learn new skills, organize, and prioritize work
• Readiness to work from office on all the working days