Senior Platform Engineer

FLIR Systems, Inc.
Fareham, UK
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Android Software Development Booting (BIOS) UClibc (C Standard Library) Communications Protocols Software Debugging Linux Device Drivers File Systems Hardware Design Software Requirements Analysis Systems Architecture System Software
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Technical Data Management Systems Multithreading Scripting Yocto

Job description

Platform software engineer working on the platform level of our hardware products. This involves working with both Linux and Android and modifying the standard behaviour to work within our marine environment. Being involved in the full lifecycle of new products, working closely with other departments (such as hardware and mechanical engineering) to produce vital, high quality and reliable devices for our customers., * Full Linux platform bring-up (including bootloader, kernel, drivers and dts files) for our cutting-edge products, ensuring optimal performance, reliability and efficiency.

  • Building the Linux root file system and device drivers for various boards.
  • Creating reliable software upgrade processes.
  • Writing scripts and services to ensure the board starts up correctly.
  • Designing and implementing low-level drivers, components, and communication protocols for systems in a multi-threaded real-time environment.
  • Conducting thorough testing and debugging of systems, identifying and resolving software and hardware integration issues.
  • Working closely with the product development team to define software requirements, specifications, and system architecture.
  • Working within an agile environment.

Requirements

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins., * Proven experience as a Senior Platform Software Engineer, with a focus on Linux platform bring up.

  • Familiarity with Yocto and/or buildroot.
  • Proficiency in debugging tools and techniques, including use of scope probe when required.
  • Solid understanding of hardware design principles and ability to read schematics.
  • Android platform experience would be beneficial but is not required.
  • Experience with various Linux capable processors.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  • Ability to be on site at least 4 days per week.

This position requires access to export-controlled information or items (i.e. regulated technology or technical data per ITAR/EAR US regulations). Applicants must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

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