Embedded Software Engineer

Jabil; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing services provider in Penang is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop and support embedded software components. The role involves working closely with system-level software on Linux and Android-based platforms, requiring a strong background in embedded systems, C, and C++. Ideal candidates should have a deep understanding of Android AOSP and Linux kernel development. This position offers the opportunity to work in a distributed team and contribute to system improvements.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.
• Hands-on experience with Android AOSP in embedded environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support embedded software components.
• Debug and resolve issues across embedded Linux and related software layers.
• Collaborate with other engineers to support ongoing development and system improvements.

Skills

Embedded software development

C programming

C++ programming

Linux

Android AOSP

Debugging

Git

Networking fundamentals

Job description

Experience Level: 7+ years of software / embedded development experience

Job Description

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join an existing embedded platform.

The role involves working on system-level and low-level software components, close to the operating system and hardware.

The ideal candidate has strong embedded systems experience and is comfortable working with Linux-based platforms and low-level software.

Experience with Android-based embedded systems is considered a strong plus.

Technical Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in embedded software development
• Strong proficiency in C and C++
• Hands‑on experience with Android AOSP in embedded environments
• Good understanding of Android system architecture and source code
• Experience with Android development in embedded systems (AOSP or vendor‑modified Android)
• Familiarity with Android HALs and system services; Experience using Android tools such as adb and fastboot
• Solid experience with embedded Linux, including:
  • Low‑level system development
  • Linux kernel debugging and modification
  • Device Tree configuration
  • Bootloader interaction (e.g., U-Boot)
• Experience debugging complex system-level issues
• Familiarity with Git‑based source control workflows
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (Ethernet, IP, TCP, UDP)
• Ability to work independently and in a distributed team environment

Nice to Have

• Experience with Qualcomm or similar SoC platforms
• Scripting experience (Bash, Python)
• Experience with CI pipelines and automated build systems

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support embedded software components
• Work on system-level and low-level software close to the operating system and hardware
• Debug and resolve issues across embedded Linux and related software layers
• Participate in platform integration, stabilization, and maintenance activities
• Collaborate with other engineers to support ongoing development and system improvements
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex software issues using both software and hardware debugging tools
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing when required