Sr. Embedded Linux & Platform Engineer

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of industry experience developing C/C++ based applications on embedded Linux.
• 2+ years of experience with build tools such as Make and CMake.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using languages such as Bash or Python.
• Deep experience in microcontroller development with a native understanding of I2C, SPI, UART, and SDIO.
• Experience with implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.
• A proven passion for low-level Linux development and a "CLI-first" mindset.
• The stamina to navigate 6,000+ page SoC reference manuals without hesitation.
• A genuine curiosity and a track record of being a lifelong learner. Desired Qualifications
• Experience with Buildroot and/or Yocto-based build systems for embedded devices.
• Experience in kernel driver development
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Experience with web-based communication protocols, especially gRPC and WebSockets.
• Experience working with CAN and Modbus communication interfaces.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and using tracking tools like Jira and JAMA
• Experience with designing software to meet functional safety e.g., UL1998, UL5500, etc. THIS IS WHERE YOU’LL WORK: Department: Charging & Energy Location: California (Torrance, Irvine, Palo Alto) Pay Disclosure Salary Range for Southern California Based Candidates: $135,100.00 - $168,900.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Range for Northern California Based Candidates: $146,900.00 - $183,600.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

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