Sasken Technologies - Software Engineer - Linux/FreeRTOS

Roles & Responsibilities :BSP & Driver Development :- Design, develop, and maintain Board Support Packages (BSPs) for custom target hardware platforms.- Write, debug, and optimize low-level Device Drivers (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, USB, GPIO, Ethernet, and Display drivers).- Conduct initial Board Bring-up activities on early prototype hardware, working closely with hardware design teams.System Software & RTOS Integration :- Configure, customize, and optimize Linux kernels and bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot) for embedded platforms.- Develop firmware and real-time applications using Generic RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, VxWorks, Zephyr) or bare-metal environments.- Optimize system boot times, power management, and overall system performance/footprint.Debugging & Testing :- Troubleshoot complex hardware-software integration issues using hardware debugging tools like JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.- Implement secure boot, system recovery, and firmware update (OTA) mechanisms.Technical Skills :Mandatory Skill Sets :- Combination A: Proficient in C Programming AND Linux Device Driver development.- Combination B: Proficient in C Programming AND Board Bring-up on Linux environments.Desired Embedded & RTOS Competencies :- Strong foundations in generic RTOS operating systems, task scheduling, synchronization primitives (mutexes, semaphores), and memory management.- Solid understanding of computer architecture (ARM, x86, or RISC-V) and memory maps.- Familiarity with building embedded Linux distributions using build systems like Yocto Project or Buildroot.- Experience reading hardware schematics and datasheets.Soft Skills & Qualifications :- Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.- Experience: 3 to 8 years of hands-on experience in embedded software development.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose low-level hardware/software anomalies.- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional hardware and software teams. (ref:hirist.tech)