System Engineer – OS Kernel
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
YOUR ROLE
As an OS Kernel Engineer, you will support the development of kernel components for the VxWorks operating system, assisting in implementation, testing, and debugging while working closely with experienced engineers to build your skills in system-level development.
In your daily job you will:
Support the development of Core OS technologies for our embedded VxWorks OS
Contribute to coding, testing, and validation following a CI/CD model and agile methodology
Assist in investigating and resolving issues found during product verification and testing
Contribute to documentation and participate in code reviews
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support hardware and software integration
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:
Relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, or academic project work.
Knowledge of operating systems concepts
Knowledge or basic experience with RTOS software development, including core OS kernel functionality
Knowledge or basic experience 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.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
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 $100,000 to $135,000 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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