System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development- 2784

Right Talent Right Now; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A software engineering company in Greer, South Carolina is seeking a System Level Software Engineer specializing in driver development. The role requires expertise in system-level development, specifically in developing device drivers and firmware for various hardware. Candidates must possess significant experience with C/C+ programming and communication protocols, alongside the ability to work independently or in teams. A Bachelors or Masters in a related field is required, and U.S. citizenship for clearance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years experience in C/C+ programming.
• 6-8+ years experience in application development.
• Experience with multiple Linux distributions and embedded development.

Responsibilities

• Develop user mode applications, device drivers, and firmware for various systems.
• Design and develop protocols and algorithms for technologies like USB, PCI, and Bluetooth.
• Communicate effectively with clients to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Windows Kernel and/or Driver Programming experience

C/C+ programming experience

Application development experience

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Superior problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

WinDBG

Embedded Linux

Job description

System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development- 2784

Full-time

Job Ref.: 2784

Job Title: System Level Software Engineer - Driver Development

Role: Information Technology

Relocation Available: Yes

Location: South Carolina

Town / City: Greer

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Key Qualifications

• 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 (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 (device drivers, firmware, embedded systems).

Clearance Requirements

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.