Software Engineer For Soc Modeling And Runtime Systems

Altro; Lazio; Ibrido; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading semiconductor organization in Italy is seeking an experienced Software Engineer. The role involves developing and integrating embedded software and modeling frameworks for advanced System-on-Chip platforms. Key responsibilities include system-level modeling, operating system integration, and support for multi-core programming. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and a Master's degree in a related field. Competitive compensation and a hybrid work policy are offered.

Servizi

Competitive compensation

Lunch tickets

Private health care coverage

Structured growth path

Networking opportunities

Competenze

• At least 5 years of experience in embedded software development or So C modeling.
• Solid knowledge of software architecture and performance optimization.
• Experience with operating systems, including real-time OS.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain software models for So C validation.
• Port and configure operating systems on custom So C platforms.
• Integrate and optimize deployment flows for neural network inference.

Conoscenze

C / C++ programming

Embedded software development

System-level modeling

Multi-core programming

Linux kernel

Neural network frameworks

Formazione

Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Strumenti

TensorFlow Lite

QEMU

Open MP

Free RTOS

Descrizione del lavoro

Role

The Chips-IT Foundation is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support the development and integration of embedded software and modeling frameworks for advanced System-on-Chip (So C) platforms. The role focuses on system-level modeling, operating system integration (including real‑time OS), deployment of AI workloads, and development of parallel programming frameworks for multi-core architectures. The position involves working closely with hardware, verification, and application teams to enable full‑stack software support for novel So C designs. The work can be carried out either in Pavia or in Bologna.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software models and simulation environments for pre‑silicon So C validation.
• Port and configure operating systems (Linux, RTOS) on custom So C platforms.
• Design and implement runtime components for task scheduling, memory management, and inter‑core communication.
• Integrate and optimize deployment flows for neural network inference on custom So C targets.
• Support multi‑core programming using frameworks such as Open MP or MPI.
• Collaborate with hardware teams to define software / hardware interfaces, drivers, and bootloaders.
• Assist with the bring‑up of FPGA-based and silicon prototypes.
• Contribute to automated build, test, and integration flows for embedded software stacks.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in embedded software development or So C modeling.
• Solid knowledge of C / C++ programming, software architecture, and performance optimization.
• Experience with operating systems, including Linux kernel and real‑time OS (e.g., Free RTOS, Zephyr).
• Hands‑on experience with multi‑core programming (e.g., Open MP, pthreads).
• Experience deploying neural networks using frameworks such as TensorFlow Lite, ONNX Runtime, or TVM.
• Knowledge of System C, QEMU, or similar modeling tools is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with toolchains for RISC‑V or ARM-based embedded platforms.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and contract type, to be negotiated based on qualifications and experience.
• Lunch tickets.
• Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract.
• Structured growth path, with ongoing access to training and updates.
• Networking opportunities with industry‑leading professionals.
• International environment.

Hybrid work policy

Tax deductions: Candidates from abroad, comprising Italian citizens, who have carried scientific research activity abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a taxable income deduction up to 90% for a period of 6 to 13 years.

About Fondazione Chips-IT

The Foundation “Italian Center for the Design of Semiconductor Integrated Circuits,” also known as the Chips-IT Foundation, is a nonprofit research and technology organization under the supervision of the Ministries of Industry.

The Foundation is Italy’s first RTO (Research and Technology Organization) vertically focused on semiconductor research and stands as a center of excellence in frontier research on semiconductor design, as well as a pivotal center of the Italian semiconductor ecosystem and expertise.

Missions of the Foundation

• promote the design and development of integrated circuits
• strengthen the system of professional training in the field of microelectronics
• ensure the establishment of a network of universities, research centers and enterprises that fosters innovation and technology