Microchip

Senior Technical Staff Engineer - Software

CA - San Jose - 3870 N · Staff+

Sponsorship not specified$91k-$232kDetected 30 days ago

ExpressLinuxComplianceEmbedded SystemsHardware DesignFirewallLeadershipCommunication

About the role

Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us?
Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication?
They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential.

Design, develop, and optimize scalable software solutions for embedded devices and systems using embedded Linux operating system.
Develop, customize, and maintain Pre-loader, U-Boot bootloader, and Linux kernel modules to support new hardware platforms and features.
Design and deliver high-quality Linux kernel drivers for diverse peripherals, ensuring robust hardware-software integration
Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware engineering, software QA, operations, and global development teams to align on technical strategy, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive project delivery
Perform board bring-up activities for newly designed hardware.
Create and maintain custom Ethernet drivers tailored to specific requirements.
Prepare design documentation and functional specifications for new software modules.
How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization?
People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world.
They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 15 years of experience developing embedded platform software.
Hands-on experience with Linux kernel internals and peripheral driver development (Ethernet, Flash, SPI, I²C, UART)
Expertise in U-Boot bootloader customization and Linux kernel porting across embedded platforms
Experience with board bring up on ARM based systems.
Experience in IP protocols and networking software development
Knowledge of networking technologies including Firewall, Routing, IPv4/IPv6, and VLANs
Strong understanding of embedded software design on Linux-based systems
Deep knowledge of OS coding techniques such as processes, threads, interrupts, etc.
Experience in Yocto framework

Familiar with QorIQ Layerscape family of processors.
Familiar with PCI Express controllers and bus specifications.
U.S. Export Controls
U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States.
Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).
Physical Attributes:
Feeling, Hearing, Other, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.
It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments.
The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $91,000 - $232,000.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3)

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