Embedded Engineer

Ampstek; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampstek is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize software for broadband and gateway platforms. The role focuses on Embedded C/C++ on Linux, kernel-level work, device drivers, and building custom distributions with Yocto/OpenEmbedded.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on debugging, log analysis, and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure robust validation, testing, and releases of gateway products.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Embedded C/C++, Linux Kernel, Device Drivers, BSP, U-Boot, Yocto/OpenEmbedded, and BitBake.
• Experience with system debugging, log analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of DOCSIS, Fiber Gateways, and Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 technologies.
• Familiarity with TR-069, TR-369, ACS, Telemetry, and network analysis tools such as Wireshark.
• Experience with JIRA, Boardfarm, and embedded software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software using C/C++ on Linux-based platforms.
• Develop and debug Linux Kernel components, Device Drivers, BSPs, and U-Boot bootloaders.
• Build and customize embedded Linux distributions using Yocto, OpenEmbedded, and BitBake.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues using debugging and performance analysis tools.
• Support broadband gateway platforms and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Participate in software validation, testing, and release activities.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Linux Kernel

Device Drivers

BSP

U-Boot

Yocto/OpenEmbedded

BitBake

Debugging

Wi-Fi 6/6E/7

Tools

JIRA

Boardfarm

Wireshark

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with strong expertise in Embedded C/C++, Linux Kernel, Device Drivers, BSP, U-Boot, and Yocto/OpenEmbedded development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, debugging, and optimizing software for broadband and gateway platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software using C/C++ on Linux-based platforms.
• Develop and debug Linux Kernel components, Device Drivers, BSPs, and U-Boot bootloaders.
• Build and customize embedded Linux distributions using Yocto, OpenEmbedded, and BitBake.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues using debugging and performance analysis tools.
• Support broadband gateway platforms and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Participate in software validation, testing, and release activities.

Required Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Embedded C/C++, Linux Kernel, Device Drivers, BSP, U-Boot, Yocto/OpenEmbedded, and BitBake.
• Experience with system debugging, log analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of DOCSIS, Fiber Gateways, and Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 technologies.
• Familiarity with TR-069, TR-369, ACS, Telemetry, and network analysis tools such as Wireshark.
• Experience with JIRA, Boardfarm, and embedded software development lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in broadband, telecom, or connected device environments.
• Exposure to gateway certification, network protocols, and automation frameworks