
Strong in Basic C++, STL, Linux
OOPs, Exception Handling
Design Pattern and Solid principles, concepts related to UML representation
• Solution, design, and architecture concepts
• Knowledge on Pointers and smart Pointers.
• IO streams, Files and Streams and Lambda Expressions in C++ added advantage.
• Features of C++17 and usage of STL in C++ is added advantage.
• Templates in C++.
Communication skill, Attitude, learnability

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Linux Device Driver Engineer with strong C/C++ programming skills and hands-on experience in Linux driver development. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working with kernel modules and hardware interfaces, and be comfortable debugging and optimizing low-level system software.
Key Responsibilities
- Porting existing Linux device drivers to new platforms, SoCs, and kernel versions.
- New driver development for custom hardware components and peripherals.
- Debugging kernel and driver-level issues using industry-standard tools.
- Integration & bring-up of hardware with Linux-based systems.
- Collaborate with hardware teams to interpret specifications and enable device functionality.
- Optimize drivers for performance, reliability, and resource efficiency.
- Write clear technical documentation for driver APIs, design, and integration steps.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Electronics, or related field.
- 4 to 8 years of professional experience in software development.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming and memory management.
- Hands-on experience with any Linux device driver (character, block, network, USB, PCIe, I2C, SPI, etc.).
- Good understanding of Linux kernel architecture, module programming, and build systems.
- Knowledge of interrupt handling, DMA, and device tree configuration.
- Familiarity with cross-compilation and embedded Linux toolchains.
- Experience with debugging tools (GDB, ftrace, perf, printk, etc.).
- Version control experience (Git).
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to multiple driver types (networking, storage, multimedia, etc.).
- Experience with Yocto, Buildroot, or similar embedded Linux environments.
- Knowledge of real-time Linux and RT patches.
- Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash) for testing and automation.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and debugging skills.
- Good communication and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables.
Mandatory Skills:-
C Programming and data structures.
Linux Internals ( System calls, IPC, Network Programming, POSIX Multi-thread programming)
Desirable Skills :-
C++ and OOPs knowledge
Linux system start-up sysvinit, systemd,
Bootloaders : uBoot
Message bus protocols like dbus
Basic Linux Device driver knowledge
Linux Build framework – Yocto-Bitbake, Makefiles
Python scripting
Debug using tools such as GDB
Version control - GIT and SVN
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Position title: Firmware Engineer
Experience: 6-12 years
Notice Period: 0-30 days
Location: Bangalore(Sarjapur)
Role type: Permanent
About the role
Experience in Firmware/Software programming in embedded Linux & RTOS based application development. Candidate must have a very good understanding of ARM processor, hardware and custom board or product development experience.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Design, code and integrate software for an embedded Linux/RTOS targeted application(applications, drivers, framework)
Customization, deployment and maintenance of Linux distribution
Interact with Linux kernel, integrate new device drivers Improvement and maintain existing software components
Perform unit test, Integration test, verification and validation of the product developed.
Assist with the hardware design surrounding the processor
Document the projects according to standards (protocols, architecture, technical specifications, etc.)
Specific skills:
Expert in C programming with RTOS.
Hands-On experience with Protocol development.
Nice to have Protocol development experience such as USB or DP, HDMI or equivalent.
System level design and understanding of overall system
Strong knowledge of Linux, ARM processor architecture with SOC, FPGA interface is a plus.
Hand-on experience on Linux kernel and device-driver development and debugging.
Knowledge/Experience of TCP/IP, Network programming.
Ability to write effective and reusable code according to best practices.
Must be a dynamic, autonomous, and team-oriented individual.
Knowledge of hardware and low-level development is an asset
Please provide below mention details:
No. of years of working experience in Embedded Linux -
Protocol stack development Exp, any specific protocol worked on -
Relevant Experience:
Official Notice Period 30/60/90 Days:
Date of Resignation:
Serving Notice Period and Last Working Day:
Current Company:
Current Location:
Work Location:
Current CTC(fixed,variable):
Expected CTC(fixed,variable):
Interview Availability:
Any Offer:
Relocate to Bangalore(Sarjapur):
company name
company location
date of joining
1. Detailed Knowledge of and experience in the programming of embedded systems
2. Detailed knowledge of MISRA rules and according rules from the static analysis tool
3. Knowledge about architecture and design patterns (layering, pipes, error treatment, structure patterns, ...) and object orientation
4. Detailed knowledge of UML
5. Detailed knowledge of test methods
6. Knowledge of functional safety (e.g. ISO 26262, IEC 61508)
7. Knowledge of the performance of reviews and review techniques
8. Detailed knowledge of the UML tool and IDE in use as well as ClearCase, ClearQuest and the used problem management tool
9. Knowledge of DOORS
Embedded System Engineer
Working on Embedded programming on the microcontroller, Linux/Android OS development
Working on component sourcing, PCB Design and fabrication
Working on assembly and testing
Working on field deployment and Testing
Skills:
Embedded Systems
C Programming
Must be exceptionally good in Embedded Systems C programming, testing/ debugging and in advanced C concepts
Capable of working in Embedded Systems based projects based on 8 and 32 bit microcontrollers (STM32)
Experience with communication protocols and peripherals like UART, SPI, RTC, Ethernet
Hands on experience in IDE like Keil, AVR Studio, MPLAB
Strong documentation and writing skills
Work Experience
1-3 years preferable, fresher with good embedded system knowledge can also apply
Role & Responsibilities
- Strong proficiency in C++ with minimum 2 years of Development
- Knowledge of the STL, containers, algorithms and data
- Good understanding on Design patterns and memory
- Familiarity with debugging tools, such as Valgrind, winDBG, WireShark is an additional advantage.
Desired Experience
- (2-6 Years) of Experience as C++ Developer
Xfinito is building a portfolio in new product innovation, product contribution and infrastructure goals while providing individuals and teams the freedom to emphasize specific types of work.
Our work focuses on real –world problems that span the breadth of biomedical engineering, embedded systems, computer science, such as machine and deep learning, data mining, natural language processing, hardware and software performance analysis and much more.
JOB ROLE: EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with Hardware, Systems and other multi-functional teams and deliver high quality software at fundamental layer of operating system including frameworks, daemons, drivers.
- You need to keep security and performance in mind, enable key features to improve privacy and prevent fraudulence
- The position requires high level thinking to design code solutions along with low level programming and excellent communications and leadership skills, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Rich experience of programming on cryptography
- Profound understanding on Operating System concept
- Highly self-motivated and capable of work and finish tasks alone
- Comfortable and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Fluent in both oral and written English
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; excellent judgment
EXPERIENCE:
- We as a team are looking for freshers or young professionals with 0-4 years of experience having a a self-directed, proactive approach to tackling problems and working through impediment and an ability to generate trust and build alliances with co-workers.
Experience in Object-Oriented design and Multithreaded programming
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Strong understanding of computer systems e.g. operating systems, networks, performance optimization, etc
Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or related field
Independent team player with an eye for details and report on status and planning of own work.






