Principal Software Engineer, Embedded Linux (AI2524)

Description

Job Title: Principal Software Engineer, Embedded Linux  

Job Location: San Jose, CA ( This position requires a full-time, on-site presence in our San Jose, CA office )

Job ID: AI2524  

 

Description  

 

The SoC software team is responsible for creating the SDK for SiMa.ai’s MLSoC product line. This includes developing/porting OS, boot SW, device drivers, run time environment for multiple CPU subsystems that are part of SiMa.ai’s MLSoC(™), developing embedded Linux based applications and APIs for enabling end2end customer application flow utilizing different IO subsystems that are part of MLSoC.

 

Responsibilities:

 

We are looking for a seasoned software engineer who has experience developing OS device drivers, boot SW and key test applications in a Linux embedded environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working in a high-performance team and has partnered with cross functional teams across multiple geographies. Key responsibilities include (but not limited to): 

• Leverage IP SW from Synopsys and ARM and integrate into MLSoC™ SW environment
• Develop drivers for peripheral devices including Low and High speed interfaces for Linux
• Develop drivers and support for Docker and Hypervisor environments
• Test and verify Linux drivers and environment with Chip Virtualizers and Zebu emulators
• Hardware communication between multiple heterogeneous cores
• Configure Linux environments for different reference boards
• Modify and perform Yocto and eLxr/Debian builds for new functionality
• Provide SW to support HW MLSoC test validation team

 

Key Requirements:  

• BS/MS in computer science with minimum 10 years of experience
• Hands-on experience developing firmware, boot code and SW using high performance 64 bit Arm processors
• Hands-on experience developing drivers for SPI, I2C, USB, PCIe, MIPI, Ethernet, eMMC
• Experience in working with silicon teams for pre-silicon verification, post-silicon bring-up and troubleshooting required
• Development experience with Embedded Linux (e.g. Yocto), Debian Linux and embedded RTOS (e.g. QNX) experience is highly desirable
• Experience with Docker and Hypervisors is highly desirable
• Experience of leveraging and developing on top of Open source software frameworks is highly desirable
• Good proficiency with C/C++
• Proven track record and experience building and delivering complex SW products

 

Personal attributes:  

Can-do attitude. Strong team player. Curious, creative, and good at solving problems. Execution and results oriented. Self-driven, thinks big and is highly accountable. Good communication skills.

 

The annual salary for this position ranges from $203,800 - $315,900. The actual annual salary offered will depend on several factors, including - among others - job-related skills, experience, technical expertise, qualifications, work location, and business needs. The annual salary range for this position is subject to change and may be adjusted in the future.

 

In addition to base salary, this role is also eligible for private company equity, and a comprehensive package of employee benefits. Please note that the salary ranges listed for U.S. roles reflect base salary only and do not include equity or other forms of compensation.

 

EEO Employer: SiMa is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.