Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Company: Futurex
Job type: Full-time

Futurex is a worldwide leader in hardened data encryption security solutions. The company headquarters and engineering campus is located in Bulverde, 15 miles north of San Antonio, Texas.
Futurex is seeking a talented embedded Linux software engineer. Futurex embedded Linux software engineers will have opportunities to work with advanced cryptographic systems at all layers of an embedded Linux operating system such as boot loaders, kernel drivers, and system support daemons.
This role offers an opportunity for candidates to expand their talents by participating directly in the development of production software. Individual visibility within the team is high, and opportunities for rapid advancement exist.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design software and systems based on defined requirements for existing and new embedded systems
Code, test, and troubleshoot operating system components for embedded systems
Confer with software and hardware team members to develop, understand, and update requirements for product features
Write and maintain programming documentation on subjects including code, API functionality, and software issue creation/resolution
Maintain confidentiality with regard to information being processed, stored, or accessed
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong interest in embedded Linux, embedded hardware, and software
Software development experience in C
Comfortable on a Linux command line interface
Experience with basic FLOSS development tools (gcc, binutils, strace, valgrind, etc.)
Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or similar field
In depth knowledge of embedded Linux systems, Linux driver development, or kernel debugging
Motivated, self-starting, and eager to learn
STRONGLY PREFER
Experience building an embedded Linux environment from scratch (buildroot, Yocto, or OpenWRT, etc.)
Experience with initial bring up of a board with a Linux environment
Experience with using toolchains including for cross compiling for diverse architectures (ARM, PowerPC, x86_64, or aarch64)
Comfortable reading assembly (ARM, PowerPC, x86_64, or aarch64)
Experience debugging and integrating hardware components with the Linux operating system
Experience with scripting (Bash, POSIX shell)
Experience with version control software (git)
Experience with hardware interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and GPIO.
Strong knowledge of Linux kernel stack and subsystems
Benefits
A key role in production-level software projects working directly on cutting-edge encryption technology with a fast time to market
Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement
Flexible scheduling policy
Company-provided snacks and drinks
Scenic corporate campus with amenities including a tennis court, jogging trail, and putting green
Welcoming, family-style corporate culture uniquely suited to fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and motivated individuals
Join us as an embedded Linux software engineer and contribute to our innovative cryptographic products.

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