Software Engineer – Linux Kernel Engineer (WIFI, BT)

Job Brief :

RISCstar is seeking a highly skilled Linux Kernel Engineer with an embedded system background. You must possess a strong background in the development of WIFI and Bluetooth features in GNU Linux systems and the relevant features inside the Linux kernel. You must also demonstrate a breadth of knowledge of Linux kernel internals and device drivers, as you will also need to work in other subsystems. You will also have strong experience developing software for embedded systems based on Linux.

Experience

5+ years

Job Location

Europe or North America

Position Summary

RISCstar is seeking a highly skilled Linux Kernel Engineer with an embedded system background. You must possess a strong background in the development of WIFI and Bluetooth features in GNU Linux systems and the relevant features inside the Linux kernel. You must also demonstrate a breadth of knowledge of Linux kernel internals and device drivers, as you will also need to work in other subsystems. You will also have strong experience developing software for embedded systems based on Linux.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, optimize and debug wireless communication features in the Linux kernel and related userland stack.
Collaborate with other hardware and software teams to design and implement product features based on product requirements.
Contribute to upstream open-source projects and the Linux kernel.

Required Skills and Experience

5+ years of professional experience with Linux kernel development.
Experience working with Arm architectures and platforms built using Arm technology.
Proven experience developing and debugging Bluetooth Classic and/or Bluetooth Low Energy software
Proven experience developing and debugging WiFi Linux kernel drivers
Proficiency with kernel debugging tools (e.g., ftrace, perf, kgdb) and performance profiling.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
Hands-on experience with Yocto/OpenEmbedded.
Proficiency in C programming.
Proficiency with Git
Excellent organizational skills.
Strong English language communication skills,
Ability to be productive in a globally distributed team through self discipline and self motivation, delivering according to a schedule.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Familiarity with ARM based embedded systems.
Specific experience with NXP i.MX based embedded systems. ● Experience developing software for a wide range of Linux kernel subsystems.
Experience with automated testing frameworks for kernel validation (e.g., LTP, kselftest).
Contributions to the Linux kernel or other open source projects
Strong working knowledge of open source development tools and methodologies.

Travel:

Why Join RISCstar Solutions?

Career Growth: Take on a high-visibility role with significant opportunities to make a measurable impact on revenue and market presence. Grow a new team, establish new and effective processes and best practices
Collaborative Environment: Work with passionate, industry-leading experts in a dynamic and supportive workplace.
Flexibility: Enjoy remote work options while engaging with global teams and clients.
Entrepreneurial: Join a dynamic and quickly growing software startup at the ground floor and be an integral part of the team that helps us soar to new heights while enabling our customers
All RISCstar employees have a stake in the success of the company via our incentive stock option program.

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