Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Shanghai StarFive Semiconductor Co., Ltd.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Shanghai StarFive Semiconductor Co., Ltd. in Malaysia is seeking a Junior Embedded Software Engineer who loves embedded systems and low-level development. You will work on bootloader and embedded software for ARM/RISC-V platforms, and collaborate with hardware teams.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in EE/CS/CE, proficiency in C, knowledge of embedded Linux or RTOS is a plus, and familiarity with UART/JTAG. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; up to 2 years of experience preferred.

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

Embedded systems

Low-level software development

Hardware debugging

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

UART

JTAG

GDB

U-Boot

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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

Why Join Us?

• 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