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PURPOSE OF POSITION:
An excellent opportunity for an embedded C/C++ linux application and driver developer, to join a team of engineers, working on a Military Communications System.
The purpose of this position is to provide firmware development capabilities in the areas of the networking, system management, radio voice and data services, situational awareness, etc. Under guidance of technical lead, the successful candidate is expected to develop/port, integrate/test, and maintain firmware for Linux based Small Form Factor (SMF) devices in tactical communications systems.
In addition to the more generic developer skill sets such as object-oriented design/analysis and a solid foundation in languages with a low-level appeal such as C or C++, the positon will most likely possess a repertoire of skills related to operating systems, networking, client/server, and algorithmic design. There may also be a higher expectation for software testing and debugging expertise since direct interaction with a user isn’t always possible and other code or applications may be heavily reliant on the back-end software behaving correctly. A very good understanding of concepts such as memory management, threading, input/output (IO), and performance optimization will be required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Embedded F/W design and development
2) Understanding, Interpretation of Requirements; Implementing to requirements
3) Hands on development of Linux applications and libraries, board support packages
4) Firmware troubleshooting; implemetation of solutions
5) Firmware optimization for performance, size and scalability
6) Following good Enginnering Practices and Processes
7) Firmware Development Testing and Unit Testing
8) Documention of FW Design and Implemenation
9) Participation in Code Reviews
10) Participation in Design Reviews
11) Participation in Requirement Reviews
12) All other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
BSc Computer Science Degree (or in Computer or Electrical Engineering)
Successful candidate must be eligible for SECRET clearance
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
1) 5+ years embedded firmware development experience in C/C++
2) 5+ years Linux Firmware Development Experience
a) 5+ years Linux Application Development Experience
b) 3+ years Device Driver Development Expertise with PowerPC
3) Experience in Embedded Communications Systems required
4) Experience with variety of development tools/environments
5) Experience of communications protocols
SPECIALIZATION AREAS:
1) Linux Kernel development
2) Networking protocols
3) Power PC
4) Hardware รณ Firmware Interface
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
1) Positive, proactive problem solving attitude
2) Excellent Problem Solving Skills
3) Good Communication Skills
4) Ability to work individually and as part of a team
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