Senior Software Engineer (Embedded Linux - Qualcomm SME)

Senior Software Engineer (Embedded Linux•Qualcomm SME) Metaphor services North Billerica, MA Job Details Contract $60•$75 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Version control Computer Science Bachelor of Science CISSP Git Bash OS Kernels Embedded software

Python Full Job Description Role:

Senior Software Engineer (Embedded Linux•Qualcomm SME)

Location:

Onsite/Flexible hours (Must be based in MA•primary facility is North Billerica, MA for production issues/standups)

Schedule:

40 hours per week

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

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Platform Leadership:

Spearhead architecture and development for embedded, real-time Linux environments on both Qualcomm Snapdragon and NXP i.

MX family platforms. •

Backend & OS Development:

Drive backend programming heavily utilizing C++ and deep Linux operating system internals. •

Agile Collaboration:

Serve as a core contributor across two different scrum teams, pivoting between the Snapdragon and i.

MX projects as sprint deliverables dictate. •

Build Systems & Scripting:

Utilize Yocto for build systems, heavily leveraging Python and Bash scripting to automate and manage the environment. •

Hardware Integration:

Partner with FPGA, Electrical, and Mechanical engineers for custom board bring-up, device tree development, and peripheral integration.

Technical Requirements:

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Education & Experience:

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field with 5-20 years of relevant software engineering experience. • Qualcomm SME (Required): Expert-level, demonstrable experience working directly with Qualcomm / Snapdragon chipsets and architectures. • NXP i.

MX Expertise:

Strong, proven track record spearheading projects on the i.

MX family (specifically i.

MX6 and i.

MX8). •

Core Languages:

Exceptional proficiency in C++ (backend programming) and Object-Oriented Design (OOD). •

Scripting:

Strong scripting capabilities using Python and Bash (essential for the Yocto build environment). •

Linux Internals:

Deep understanding of Kernel space and user space development in a closed, offline environment (No Cloud). Strong background in systemd and d-bus. •

Build & Integration:

Mastery of Yocto (administration and development), UDEV, and USB peripheral integration. •

Version Control:

Proficient with Git and modular repository patterns.

Pay:

$60.00•$75.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person