Description
Millions of people experience Synaptics every day. Our technology impacts how people see, hear, touch, and engage with a wide range of IoT applications at home, at work, in the car or on the go.
We solve complex challenges alongside the most influential companies in the industry, using the most advanced algorithms in areas such as machine learning, biometrics, and video processing, combined with world class software and silicon development.
Overview
Synaptics is looking for talented Sr. Software Engineer to join our dynamic and growing organization. You will be responsible for the software development for Synaptics Astra® SL Series of Embedded processors. The Astra® SL Series is a family of highly integrated AI-native Linux SoCs optimized for multi-modal Consumer and Industrial IoT workloads with high-performance hardware accelerators for edge-based inferencing, security, graphics, vision and audio. These processors incorporate multiple high-performance compute engines including a quad-core Arm64 CPU subsystem, multi-TOPS NPU, GPU for AI-acceleration and 3D Graphics, along with multimedia accelerators for Image Signal Processing, 4K video encode and decode, backed by industry-grade security certifications. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Software Engineering.
Responsibilities & Competencies
Job Duties
- Developing device drivers for Display / GPU / Camera / HDMI / MIPI as well as the Media / Camera / Graphics framework for our Astra processor series.
- Development of bare metal drivers for pre and post silicon bring up
- Work on various Software lifecycle components including requirements analysis, design, implementation, qualification, and production release
- This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a large team around the world working to create revolutionary products
Competencies
Solid understanding of software system architectureExcellent skills in C / C++ programmingExcellent knowledge of Linux system programming and kernel driversProactive, self-starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environmentWell organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accuratePositive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideasGood design, programming, and problem-solving skills and able to solve problems through practical use of technology and a solid understanding of product architectureGood verbal and written communication skills, in EnglishStrong team player with the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse cross-functional teamQualifications (Requirements)
Bachelor’s degree in CSE / ECE from premier institutions or related field or equivalent5 years of relevant industry experienceExperience in trusted software development in Secure OS / TEEExpertise with systems analysis, profiling, and low-level debuggingExperience working with firmware / hardwareHands on experience in one or more of the areas belowDevice drivers (Display / GPU / HDMI / HDCP / MIPI / Audio / Camera)Knowledge of functional areas – Display / GPU / MIPI / HDMI / HDCP / Audio / Camera ISPLinux Display / Graphics / Video / Audio subsystem – OpenGL, FB driver, DRM-KMS, V4L2, ALSALinux graphics stack - Wayland, EGL, X11, Qt5 / Qt6 and QMLMedia framework – Gstreamer / OpenMaxNo travel requiredBelief in Diversity
Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.