
Job Summary
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.

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