Embedded Linux Software Developer (UK)
Department: Product Development
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, UK
This role requires a good understanding of Linux system programming, C, C++, and the open-source ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Build solutions for product feature requirements, combining similar features from different product lines into a single unified solution.
- Construct and support libraries and services consumed by application development teams.
- Take ownership of product performance holistically considering application down to driver impact.
- Work with hardware and software teams to create customer-delighting products.
- Work with a cross-functional team to ensure product architecture is robust and fit for purpose.
- Set up and debug build systems, e.g. CMake and Bitbake
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Requirements:
- Minimum 3+ years experience of embedded Linux
- Programming languages: C, C++, Python, Scripting (including Bash)
- Experience in Linux OS build toolchains such as Buildroot, Yocto, etc.
- Ability to think at “system-level,” from application code right down to the metal
- Knowledge of common comms interfaces (USB, Ethernet, UART, SPI, I2C)
- Ability to perform profiling and tracing of real-time applications, debugging using gdb and remote debug tools
- Experience with Git version control
- Ability to read technical documents (schematics, datasheets, application notes) and write code against them
- Ability to diagnose systems-level/hardware issues
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Nice to Haves:
- ARM (and ARM NEON) optimization experience
- Solid understanding of Linux kernel development, configuration, and tuning
- systemd service configuration
- Agile/Scrum/XP experience
- Background in music, with live, Studio, or DJ experience
- A degree-level qualification in Computer Sciences
- Availability to travel internationally
Benefits
- 24 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
- Private healthcare
- Pension scheme
- inMusic UK Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle To Work scheme
- Staff discount on inMusic products (for personal use only)
- £1,000 annual allowance for training and development
- Sick pay
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