Senior Embedded BSP Software Engineer

Experis Austria; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k) Plus Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Experis Austria is seeking a Senior Embedded BSP Software Engineer in Portland, OR to join a hardware-software integration team. You will design and maintain kernel and QNX software for next-generation IFE seat boxes, and collaborate across hardware, platform software, Android, and validation groups to ensure robust, high-performance embedded solutions.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in embedded software, strong C/C++ and Python skills, expertise with Linux kernel and QNX, boot processes, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of embedded software development experience including Linux kernel or device drivers.
• Hands-on Board Bring-up and boot process understanding.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python; scripting for automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, test, debug, and maintain kernel and QNX software for embedded IFE platforms.
• Develop and test client software in embedded systems per specs.
• Optimize performance to meet KPIs and robustness targets.
• Collaborate with hardware, platform software, Android, and validation teams to support QNX-based functionality from bootloader to OS and drivers.
• Own quality with test plans, functional/regression tests, and code reviews.

Skills

Embedded software

C/C++

Python

Boot process

CI/CD

Tools

QNX Hypervisor

Linux kernel

Device driver development

Scripting (Python)

Networking (TCP/IP)

Job description

Our client, technology and aerospace/aviation systems is seeking a Senior Embedded BSP Software Engineer to join their team. As a Senior Embedded BSP Software Engineer, you will be part of the software engineering organization supporting embedded platform and system integration teams. The ideal candidate will have strong embedded Linux/QNX experience, hands-on debugging and performance optimization skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively in Agile/DevOps environments which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Senior Embedded BSP Software Engineer

Location: Portland, OR (Onsite)

What's the Job?

• Design, develop, integrate, test, debug, and maintain Kernel and QNX software for next-generation In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) seat boxes.


• Develop and test high-quality client software applications in embedded systems based on functional and system specifications.


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


• Collaborate with hardware, platform software, Android, and system integration/validation teams to enable and support QNX-based platform functionality from bootloader through OS and device driver layers.


• Own quality through comprehensive test plans and procedures, including functional testing, regression testing, and performance benchmarking, plus rigorous code reviews.

What's Needed?

• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development, including Linux kernel and/or device driver development, debugging, and testing.


• Hands-on experience with Board Bring-up and a strong understanding of boot processes and flows.


• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python, with competence in scripting languages for automation and tooling.


• Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, and USB, plus understanding of TCP/IP and HTTP/HTTPS protocols.


• Familiarity with QNX Hypervisor and operating system development concepts, including security protocols and updates; experience with test automation tools and techniques; proficiency with Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.

Upon Completion Of Waiting Period Consultants Are Eligible For

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans


• Dental Plan


• Vision Plan


• Health Savings Account


• Health Flexible Spending Account


• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account


• Supplemental Life Insurance


• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance


• Business Travel Insurance


• 401(k), Plus Match


• Weekly Pay