SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Upscale Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia is searching for experienced embedded engineers to develop innovative solutions in embedded Linux applications. The role involves working collaboratively as part of a dynamic team, involving various responsibilities from software development to testing and system maintenance. Candidates are expected to have strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python along with extensive hands-on experience in embedded systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of software engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of Linux environments on desktop and embedded platforms.
• Experience across all phases of the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions for embedded systems.
• Design and implement embedded software following best practices.
• Participate actively in a small, energetic, and agile team.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Python

C/C++

Shell scripting

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field

Tools

Cross-compilation toolchains

Source control tools

Job description

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Request from Client:
Since there will be 1 or 2 engineers initially, we need someone with practical hands-on experience in embedded circuits. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in embedded Linux application development. Currently, the only candidate fitting these characteristics is the Syrian candidate.

Report to: IT Head

Must have experience in developing embedded Linux applications.

Responsibilities:

• Develop 1 product, monitor POF, interact with terminal and devices.
• Develop new systems based on concepts provided by the Team Lead.
• Research, design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions for our product line.
• Design and develop applications in Linux, Python, and C/C++.
• Analyze and code complex modules, define data structures, and specify test tools.
• Solve problems and create solutions for embedded systems.
• Troubleshoot, isolate, and resolve issues in moderately complex systems.
• Communicate effectively with management, systems engineers, and other developers.
• Manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Participate actively in a small, energetic, and agile team.
• Write and maintain hardware interfaces and higher-level I/O subsystems in C/C++.
• Design, develop, and support desktop, server, and embedded software.
• Take ownership of projects and lead team members.
• Plan, document, and execute software testing activities.
• Design and implement embedded software following best practices.
• Perform rapid prototyping to support development.
• Deep dive analysis to improve hardware and software interfaces.
• Test and validate new software features on products or test benches.

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of software engineering experience using Linux, Python, C/C++, and Shell scripting on x86 and ARM architectures. Experience with ArchLinux is a plus.
• Proficient with cross-compilation toolchains.
• Strong knowledge of Linux environments on desktop and embedded platforms.
• Familiarity with NodeJS, RESTful web services, and Microsoft platforms (C#, WPF, WCF) is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience developing, designing, and testing IoT/embedded applications on Linux.
• Experience across all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Thorough networking knowledge, including TCP/IP socket programming and routing.
• Understanding of Android AOSP is a plus.
• Experience with source control and bug tracking tools.
• Ability to read and interpret electronics schematics is a plus.
• Experience in early development planning and full product lifecycle management.
• Proactive in driving technical solutions collaboratively.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Certifications are a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Passion for delivering high-quality products.