Principal Linux Kernel & Firmware Engineer

Qualcomm; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 211,800 - 317,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual bonus

Annual RSU grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading technology company is hiring a Software Developer to work within a distributed team on custom CPU solutions, focusing on the Linux kernel, boot firmware, and optimizations. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of computer architecture and programming, with significant experience in software development. This position offers a salary range of $211,800.00 to $317,800.00 and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Software Engineering or related experience with Bachelor's.
• 7+ years of experience with Master's degree.
• 6+ years of experience with PhD.
• 4+ years with Programming Languages such as C, C++, Java, Python.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining future high-performance SoCs.
• Collaborate with teams to identify hardware optimization areas.
• Create optimizations and drivers for high-performance platforms.
• Ensure operating systems run efficiently.

Skills

Deep understanding of computer architecture concepts

Proficiency in C, assembly language

Experience in systems programming with Python

Familiarity with distributed version control systems

Expertise in developing software virtual platforms

Experience building to platform standards like UEFI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

PhD in Engineering or related field

Job description

A leading technology company is hiring a Software Developer to work within a distributed team on custom CPU solutions, focusing on the Linux kernel, boot firmware, and optimizations. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of computer architecture and programming, with significant experience in software development. This position offers a salary range of $211,800.00 to $317,800.00 and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment.