Job Overview :
We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Linux Engineer to join our innovative team.
The ideal candidate should bring extensive expertise in working with advanced microprocessors, particularly NXP i.MX ARM Cortex-A series and other ARM Cortex-A series processors. This role is critical in developing and maintaining cutting-edge embedded systems across various projects.
Key Responsibilities :
- Driver Development : Create, optimize, and maintain device drivers for various peripherals and interfaces.
- System Integration : Ensure seamless integration of components, including Ethernet, cameras, and communication interfaces such as MIPI-CSI, UART, SPI, I2C, USB, and others.
- Board Bring-up : Lead the process of initializing and configuring new hardware platforms, including bootloader configuration, kernel porting, and peripheral enablement.
- Custom Linux Build : Develop and maintain custom Linux distributions using Yocto Project and Buildroot, tailoring the operating system to meet specific project requirements.
- Security Implementation : Design and implement robust security measures, including secure boot, firmware encryption, and hardware-backed key storage.
- Performance Optimization : Analyze and enhance system performance, focusing on boot time reduction, power management, and overall efficiency.
- Debugging and Troubleshooting : Utilize advanced debugging tools and techniques to resolve complex issues at the hardware-software interface.
Qualifications and Skills :
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.Minimum of 2 years of experience in embedded Linux development or equivalent.Proficiency in C, C++, and Python, good understanding of software design principles and patterns.Extensive experience with ARM architecture, particularly Cortex-A series processors.Experience with BSP (Board Support Package) development, linux kernel porting and custom driver development.Experience with cross-compilation tools and build systems (e.g., Yocto, Buildroot).Knowledge of board bring-up for a SoC, understanding of hardware schematics and datasheets of hardware components.Experience with communication modules : TCP / IP, Ethernet, Bluetooth, WiFi.Experience in hardware bring-up using interfaces such as USB, SPI, I2C, UART, SDIO.Proficiency in debugging tools and techniques (e.g., JTAG, GDB).Preferred Attributes :
Proven experience in bringing up boards with Cortex-A series SoCs.Experience in implementing secure boot and firmware encryption.Experience in Embedded multimedia streaming application development.Experience with video compression and real-time video streaming.Knowledge of multimedia frameworks like GStreamer.Expertise in bringing up various interfaces for video, audio, and display solutions (MIPICSI, MIPI-DSI,HDMI, LVDS, I2S, PCIe).
Experience with GPU technology, imaging, and multimedia.Good understanding of image processing and computer vision fundamentals, including camera calibration, video encoding, photogrammetry, depth estimation, object detection, tracking, and SLAM techniques.(ref : hirist.tech)