Member of Technical Staff Infrastructure Engineer

Member of Technical Staff -

Infrastructure & EngineeringLocation:

Austin, TX

ABOUT WIND

RIVERWind River is a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems. For more than four decades, the company has been an innovator and pioneer, powering billions of systems that require the highest levels of security, safety, and reliability. Wind River helps customers across automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, and telecommunications industries solve complex technology challenges on their journey toward the new intelligent machine economy. The company's software powers generation after generation of the safest, most secure systems in the world. Examples include playing a key role in NASA space missions such as Artemis I, the James Webb Space Telescope, and multiple Mars rovers. We've achieved recent 5G milestones including the world's first successful 5G data session with Verizon and building one of the largest Open RAN networks in the world with Vodafone. The company has received industry recognition for its technology innovation and leadership, and for its workplace culture, including global Great Place to Work certification and being named a "Top Workplace" for ten consecutive years. If you want to be part of a unique culture where the lived experience is based on our cultural attributes of growth mindset, customer-focus, and diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging, come join us and help advance the future software defined world.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Member of Technical Staff (MTS) - Systems is a senior individual contributor role that provides technical leadership and expertise for complex systems engineering projects. MTS engineers serve as technical leads, architects, and mentors within their teams, driving technical excellence and innovation in embedded Linux systems development. In your daily job you will: Technical LeadershipServe as technical lead for major features and projectsDesign and architect complex system components and solutionsProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineersReview code, designs, and architecture decisionsDrive technical standards and best practices within the teamDevelopment & ImplementationDevelop and maintain embedded Linux systems softwareWork on user space applications, kernel modules, or toolchain componentsImplement new features and enhancements based on requirementsDebug and resolve complex technical issuesWrite high-quality, maintainable code following team standardsTeam CollaborationCollaborate with cross-functional teams (product, QA, support)Coordinate with distributed teams across US, Romania, and IndiaParticipate in code reviews and technical discussionsShare knowledge through documentation, presentations, and mentoringContribute to team planning and estimationKernel SustainingMaintain Linux kernel components and driversAddress CVE vulnerabilities and security issuesIntegrate upstream kernel patchesEnsure kernel stability and performanceFeature DevelopmentDesign and implement new features and capabilitiesPrototype and evaluate new technologiesWork on cross-platform developmentDrive innovation and technical explorationTool ChainMaintain and enhance compiler toolchainsDevelop build system improvementsSupport debugging and development toolsOptimize build performance and reliabilityInfrastructure & EngineeringDevelop and maintain CI/CD pipelinesCreate automation tools and scriptsSupport development infrastructureImprove developer productivity toolsBoard Support PackagesDevelop and maintain BSP componentsEnable new hardware platformsSupport hardware bring-up and validationWork with hardware vendors and partners

HOW YOU WILL

CONTRIBUTEKey skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:

Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field8+ years of software engineering experience5+ years of experience with embedded Linux or systems programmingExperience leading technical projects and mentoring engineersStrong background in C/C++ programmingExpert-level proficiency in C/C++ programmingDeep understanding of Linux kernel architecture and internalsExperience with embedded systems developmentKnowledge of build systems (Yocto, Buildroot, or similar)Strong debugging and problem-solving skillsExperience with version control (Git) and code review processesUnderstanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologiesCandidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis - without requirement for any type of visa sponsorship/transfer, now, or at any time in future. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Must be a local resident of Greater Austin, TX, with ability to work on campus. Domain Expertise (at least one area)Linux kernel development and maintenanceUser space application developmentCompiler toolchains and build systemsDevice drivers and hardware abstractionSystem architecture and designSecurity and CVE management Preferred QualificationsExperience with Yocto ProjectOpen source contributions (especially Linux kernel)Experience in automotive, aerospace, or industrial sectorsKnowledge of real-time systems and RTOSExperience with hardware bring-up and BSP developmentSecurity certifications or experience BENEFITSHybrid work model for workplace flexibilityComprehensive health, dental, and life insuranceShort and long-term disability coverageRRSP matching for financialsecurityFlexibletime-off... For full info follow application link. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.