Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Shanghai StarFive Semiconductor Co., Ltd.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Shanghai StarFive Semiconductor Co., Ltd. in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a Junior Embedded Software Engineer passionate about embedded systems and low-level software development.

You will contribute to bootloader and embedded software on ARM/RISC-V platforms, collaborating with hardware teams to bring up boards and validate solutions. A solid foundation in C, familiarity with Linux/RTOS, and eagerness to learn are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• Good programming skills in C.
• Basic understanding of embedded systems and microcontroller/microprocessor architecture.
• Familiarity with Linux, embedded Linux, or RTOS is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of ARM or RISC-V architecture is a plus.
• Exposure to U-Boot, device tree, Linux boot process, or embedded boot concepts is an advantage.
• Familiarity with debugging tools such as UART, JTAG, or GDB is a plus.
• Eagerness to learn low-level software development and work closely with hardware.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Up to 2 years of experience in embedded software development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, porting, and customizing bootloader and embedded software for embedded platforms.
• Support board bring-up activities and basic hardware debugging.
• Work with ARM and/or RISC-V based platforms under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in debugging low-level software using tools such as UART and JTAG.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to develop and validate embedded solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation.

Skills

C programming

embedded systems

communication skills

problem solving

analytical

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

UART

JTAG

GDB

ARM

RISC-V

U-Boot

Job description

We're looking for a motivated Junior Embedded Software Engineer who is passionate about embedded systems and eager to build a career in low-level software development.

If you have a solid foundation in C programming, embedded systems, and enjoy working closely with hardware, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Assist in developing, porting, and customizing bootloader and embedded software for embedded platforms
• Support board bring-up activities and basic hardware debugging
• Work with ARM and/or RISC-V based platforms under the guidance of senior engineers
• Assist in debugging low-level software using tools such as UART and JTAG
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to develop and validate embedded solutions
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
• Good programming skills in C
• Basic understanding of embedded systems and microcontroller/microprocessor architecture
• Familiarity with Linux, embedded Linux, or RTOS is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of ARM or RISC-V architecture is a plus
• Exposure to U-Boot, device tree, Linux boot process, or embedded boot concepts is an advantage
• Familiarity with debugging tools such as UART, JTAG, or GDB is a plus
• Eagerness to learn low-level software development and work closely with hardware
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply
• Up to 2 years of experience in embedded software development is preferred
• Learn from experienced embedded software engineers
• Gain hands-on experience with modern ARM and RISC-V platforms
• Work on real-world embedded products from bootloader to operating system
• Build expertise in low-level software, hardware bring-up, and system debugging
• Enjoy a collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous learning and career growth