Senior System Engineer – OS Kernel
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
YOUR ROLE
As a Senior OS Kernel Engineer, you will contribute to the development of kernel components for the VxWorks operating system, supporting implementation, testing, and debugging while collaborating with other senior engineers to ensure performance, reliability, and security.
In your daily job you will:
DevelopCore OS technologies for our embedded VxWorks OS
Develop and deliver high quality design, code, and tests following a CI/CD model and agile methodology
Investigate and resolve issues reported during product verification and from customers
Create design documents for new technologies and conduct code reviews
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:
Strong understanding of operating system concepts
Experience with RTOS software development, including core OS kernel functionality
Proficiency in C programming with hands-on experience in embedded systems development
Experience with assembly, C++, Python, and other development languages is a plus
Experience with low-level device drivers, BSP board bring-up, or architecture-level development is a plus
Experience in developing software compliant with industry certification standards, including DO-178C, ISO 26262, ASPICE, MIL is a plus
Ability to drive a project end-to-end, from concept and requirements through implementation, delivery, and release
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive as an exceptional team player who works well in collaborative environments
Self-motivated, fast learner with a demonstrated ability to adopt and master new technologies
BENEFITS
Hybrid work model for workplace flexibility
Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
Short and long-term disability coverage
RRSP matching for financialsecurity
Flexibletime-off policies for work-life balance
Learning benefits, including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and seminars
Compensation
This role is compensation range is between $130,00 to $160,000 USD plus annual incentive plan bonus. Compensation is determined through interviews and a review of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities of the applicant, and equity with other team members. Employees in this role are also eligible for the following benefits in accordance with the terms of the Company's plans: health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, flex time off, eligibility to enroll in 401k, and 12 paid holidays.
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