Senior Software Engineer

CIN Climate ETC Technology Service; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Bengaluru invites a seasoned Linux kernel driver engineer to join our R&D team. You will design, implement, and optimize kernel drivers for high-speed interfaces and real-time performance.

You should have 3+ years of Linux kernel development experience, strong C/C++, Rust, and hands-on hardware knowledge (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN) plus Yocto and Git. On-site role with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Linux kernel-level development experience required.
• Proficiency in C and Embedded C++.
• Experience with hardware interfaces I2C, SPI, UART and CAN.
• Familiarity with Yocto Project and embedded Linux build systems.

Responsibilities

• Driver development for PCIe, Ethernet, USB 3.x, and MIPI/CSI.
• Board bring-up and debugging with JTAG, oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Kernel customization and real-time performance optimizations.
• Cross-functional debugging across hardware, firmware and kernel-space.
• Profile and tune driver performance for power, memory and latency.

Skills

Linux kernel development

C

C++

Rust

Git

Yocto Project

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

Yocto Project

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Where is the work: On-Site (5 days)

What's in it for you: Work at the edge of the Linux kernel, utilizing C, C++ ,RUST and advanced SoC architectures (ARM Cortex-A, RISC-V). Join an elite R&D team where you’ll solve complex challenges. Competitive remuneration.

What you will do:

• Driver Development: Design, develop, and maintain Linux kernel-mode drivers for high-speed interfaces like PCIe, Ethernet, USB 3.x, and MIPI/CSI.
• Board Bring-up: Lead initial hardware bring-up, debugging low-level issues using JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Kernel Customization: Customize and optimize Linux kernel modules, memory management, and interrupt handling for real-time performance.
• Cross-Functional Debugging: Root-cause complex system crashes spanning hardware, firmware, and kernel-space using tools like GDB, KGDB, and Ftrace.
• Optimization: Profile and tune driver performance for power efficiency, memory footprint, and low-latency throughput

What you will bring:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 3+ years of professional experience in Linux kernel-level development and device driver programming.
• Kernel Internals: Deep understanding of Linux kernel internals, including scheduler, MMU, DMA frameworks, and IPC mechanisms.
• Hardware Knowledge: Strong ability to read datasheets/schematics and hands‑on experience with protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, and CAN.
• Build Tools: Proficiency with Git and embedded Linux build systems such as Yocto Project
• Programming Mastery: Expert proficiency in C and "Embedded C++" (familiarity with STL-lite, atomics, and templates in resource‑constrained environments), RUST.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well‑being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share.

Learn more about what we do & how we do it. Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world.

With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us.

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