System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development

Right Talent Right Now; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions firm is seeking an experienced System Level Software Engineer specializing in driver development. This role involves the design and implementation of device drivers and firmware for various hardware platforms, requiring 6-8+ years of C and C++ programming experience, along with a solid understanding of Windows and Linux kernel programming. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or a related field and be U.S. citizens capable of obtaining required clearance. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of experience in C and C+ programming languages.
• 6-8+ years of application development experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support user mode applications and firmware.
• Design and develop protocols and algorithms for communication hardware.
• Communicate effectively with clients to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Windows Kernel programming

Linux Kernel Driver programming

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Computer Engineering

Tools

WinDBG

Embedded Linux

Job description

System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development

Full-time

System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development - 2784

Job Ref.: 2784

Role: Information Technology

Relocation Available: Yes

Location: South Carolina

Town / City: Greer

Job Type: Permanent full-time

Company develops custom system level software, including device drivers, firmware, embedded applications, protocol stacks, board support packages, and custom interfaces. They specialize in wireless communications for military and embedded systems.

They are seeking a talented Software Development professional who specializes in system-level development (device drivers, firmware, embedded systems) to serve as a key member of the engineering team. This individual will be responsible for developing and supporting user mode applications, device drivers, and firmware for a wide variety of systems, including networking and communication hardware and software products. These responsibilities include the design and development of protocols and algorithms for a variety of technologies, including USB, PCI, 802. WLAN, Ethernet, VoIP, Bluetooth, cellular, and broadband communications. This individual must be able to communicate effectively with clients and be attentive to customer satisfaction.

Windows Kernel and/or Driver Programming experience (XP, Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8) or current Linux Kernel Driver programming experience.

6-8+ years C, C+ programming experience.

6-8+ years of application development experience

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Superior problem solving abilities

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Required Education: Bachelors or Masters in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Desired Skills (not required)

• WinDBG
• embedded Linux
• Experience with multiple Linux distributions (Montavista, Ubuntu, OpenEmbedded, Red Hat, Buildroot, etc.)
• Embedded Linux development for a variety of platforms (ARM, MIPS, x86, PowerPC, etc.) and board support packages.
• Experience writing software that interfaces with hardware (one or more of the following: device drivers, firmware, embedded systems).
• Experience with real time and multithreaded applications
• Experience performing architectural definition, documentation, and development at the system level
• Communication protocol experience (designing, implementing)
• Experience writing software that interfaces with hardware (one or more of the following: device drivers, firmware, embedded systems)

Clearance Required: Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen in order to meet the minimum requirement to obtain the required clearance.

Bottom Line Requirements

1. Bachelors or Masters in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related.
2. Windows Kernel or Driver Programming experience (XP, Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8) or current Linux Kernel Driver programming experience.
3. 6-8+ years C, C+ programming experience.
4. 6-8+ years of application development experience.
5. US Citizen able to obtain clearance.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.