ARM Software Engineer - Kernel/Bootloader Specialist

congatec GmbH; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

congatec GmbH in Penang, Malaysia seeks a Software Developer ARM to lead development on ARM Cortex platforms. You will craft bootloaders, kernels, and root filesystems for Yocto, Android, and Windows CE, while aligning schedules and costs with project needs.

The role requires 4+ years of related experience, strong C/C++ skills, and expertise in ARM architectures and Linux kernel work. You will collaborate on hardware tests, documentation, and training for FAEs and Sales teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Software Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven 4+ years in related field with ARM/Linux development.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills and knowledge of ARM architectures.
• Experience with Yocto, bootloaders and kernel adaptations.
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and scripting (Bash, Python).

Responsibilities

• Lead development projects on ARM Cortex platforms and maintain schedules/cost estimates.
• Develop and adapt bootloader, kernel, and root filesystem for Yocto/Android/Windows CE.
• Maintain Linux kernel code and module-specific adaptations.
• Assist with hardware schematics and circuit diagrams.
• Create documentation and train FAEs and Sales staff.

Skills

C/C++ programming

ARM architecture

Linux kernel

Git

Shell scripting (Bash)

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Software Engineering

Tools

GNU tools

Yocto toolchain

in-circuit debugger

Job description

congatec GmbH in Penang, Malaysia seeks a Software Developer ARM to lead development on ARM Cortex platforms. You will craft bootloaders, kernels, and root filesystems for Yocto, Android, and Windows CE, while aligning schedules and costs with project needs.

The role requires 4+ years of related experience, strong C/C++ skills, and expertise in ARM architectures and Linux kernel work. You will collaborate on hardware tests, documentation, and training for FAEs and Sales teams.