BSP (Kernel / QNX) Software Engineer

TALENT Software Services; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services is hiring a BSP (Kernel / QNX) Software Engineer for an onsite role in Portland, OR. Role is a possible 3-month contract-to-hire with immediate availability. Work involves kernel and QNX software from bootloader to OS, in an IFE seat-box environment.

The candidate will collaborate with hardware, platform software, Android, and validation teams in an Agile/DevOps setting. Strong C/C++, Python, and embedded Linux skills are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Infotainment systems based on Qualcomm SoCs.
• Familiarity with QNX Hypervisor.
• Understanding of TCP/IP and HTTP/HTTPS protocols.
• Wireless technologies (Bluetooth, WiFi) and satellite connectivity solutions.

Responsibilities

• Linux kernel and device driver development, debugging, and testing.
• Board bring-up and hardware bring-up tasks.
• Optimize system performance and memory usage.
• Strong programming in C/C++ and Python; script skills.
• Agile/DevOps collaboration; CI/CD and test automation.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Scripting languages

Linux Kernel

Device drivers

QNX Hypervisor

Infotainment Qualcomm SoCs

TCP/IP

HTTP/HTTPS

Wireless tech (Bluetooth, WiFi)

UART / SPI / I2C / Ethernet / USB

Job description

Possible 3 Month CTH

Role name: BSP (Kernel / QNX) Software Engineer

Work Location: Portland, OR (Onsite)

Start date: Immediate availability.

Background check MANDATORY

The BSP Software Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, integration, testing, debugging, and maintenance of Kernel and QNX software for Company next-generation In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) seat boxes. The engineers will work closely with hardware, platform software, Android, and system integration, and validation teams to enable and support QNX-based platform functionality from bootloader through operating system and device driver layers.

Develop and test high quality client software applications in embedded systems from functional and system specifications.

Enhance existing software to optimize performance to meet KPIs, improve efficiency, and bolster robustness.

Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams in an Agile/DevOps environment.

Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to ensure project success.

Create and execute comprehensive test plans and procedures to ensure software functionality and performance.

Implement rigorous testing processes, including functional testing, regression testing, and performance benchmarking

Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members, fostering a culture of excellence.

Actively contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from initial design to deployment and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Linux Kernel and device driver development, debugging, and testing.
• Hands-on experience in Board Bring-up.
• Experience in optimizing system performance and memory.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python and competence with scripting languages.
• Knowledge of communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, and USB.
• Experience with operating system development, security protocols, and updates.
• Understanding of hypervisors and virtualization technologies.
• Understanding of boot processes and flows.
• Experience with test automation tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills and a high level of interpersonal skills

Mandatory Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Experience with infotainment systems based on Qualcomm SoCs.
• Familiarity with QNX Hypervisor.
• Understanding of TCP/IP and HTTP/HTTPS protocols.
• Familiarity with wireless technologies (Bluetooth, WiFi), satellite connectivity solutions