Software Engineer

Motorola Solutions; George Town; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Motorola Solutions in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to design and debug low-level software that interfaces directly with hardware. You will work at the intersection of hardware and software, tackling complex system bugs and contributing to architectural decisions.

The role requires 5–8 years of embedded experience, strong C and Linux knowledge, and proficiency with I2C, SPI, UART, and One‑Wire. Hardware collaboration and debugging are key parts of the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electronic or Computer Engineering or closely related field.
• 5–8 years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong C and shell scripting skills with Linux internals knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Firmware Development: Design and implement embedded software in Embedded C for Linux-based systems.
• System Integration: Develop and maintain Linux kernel drivers and middleware components.
• Expert Debugging: Use logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and GDB to resolve timing issues.
• Architecture & Design: Contribute to feature definitions with efficient resource management.
• Hardware Interaction: Collaborate with hardware team to bring up boards and validate peripherals.

Skills

Embedded C

Shell scripting

Linux Internals

I2C

SPI

UART

One‑Wire

Root-cause analysis

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electronic/Computer Engineering

Tools

Yocto Project

Buildroot

GDB

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

As a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer, you will be a key contributor to our core product development. You will design, develop, and debug low-level software that interacts directly with hardware. We are looking for a candidate who thinks analytically, thrives in the "gray area" between hardware and software, and possesses the grit to solve deep‑seated system bugs.

Key Responsibilities

• Firmware Development: Design and implement robust, scalable software in Embedded C for Linux-based systems.
• System Integration: Develop and maintain Linux kernel drivers and middleware components.
• Expert Debugging: Use logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and GDB to identify and resolve complex timing issues and hardware-software bottlenecks.
• Architecture & Design: Contribute to the architectural definitions of new features, ensuring efficient resource management (CPU, Memory, Power).
• Hardware Interaction: Work closely with the hardware team to bring up new boards and validate peripheral communication.

Required Technical Skills

• Experience: 5–8 years in embedded software development.
• Core Languages: Mastery of Embedded C and shell scripting.
• Operating Systems: Deep understanding of Linux Internals (kernel space, user space, device trees, and multitasking).
• Communication Protocols: Hands-on experience with I2C, SPI, UART, and One-Wire.
• Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to perform root-cause analysis on system-level failures.

Basic Requirements

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.

Postgraduate degree is highly regarded.

Preferred "Plus" Skills

• Experience with Hardware Design/Schematic Reading—knowing your way around a PCB is a major advantage.
• Familiarity with Yocto Project or Buildroot.
• Experience with wireless protocols (BLE, Wi‑Fi).

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

No

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.