{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ba9bc1c33c04c8cdfccd9021","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ba9bc1c33c04c8cdfccd9021","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ba9bc1c33c04c8cdfccd9021","title":"Sr Staff / Principal Application Engineer - System Software","description":"Sr Staff / Principal Application Engineer - System SoftwareCategoryApplication & Customer SupportLocationSan Jose, CAExperienceMore than 6 Years Work Expe.EducationBachelor's DegreeJob DescriptionMediaTek is looking for a software engineer with a strong background in embedded systems and the semiconductor industry. Our team partners closely with customers to deliver high-quality products, and the system software engineer will develop customized features and debug system issues side by side with customer engineers.MediaTek already powers several market-leading products, and we're inviting talented engineers to help us build even greater successes.Role and Responsibilities- Bring up new platform boards and independently verify major functions- Manage regular software releases and resolve multi-branch conflicts- Analyze, triage, and debug issues hands-on- Partner with customer engineers to resolve system issues and requests- Collaborate with the project management team to deliver software solutions to customersMinimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field- At least 3 years of C/C++ programming experience- At least 3 years of System-on-Chip (SoC) system software development experience- At least 3 years of experience with embedded operating systems (Linux, Android, Yocto, or RTOS)- Strong knowledge of common peripheral buses (I2C/SPI/UART/GPIO, USB, PCIe, SDIO, etc.)- Systematic problem-solving skills and effective technical communication- A proactive, positive attitude toward solving challenging and complex problemsMain Requirements and QualificationsPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related fieldProficiency in Python, Java, and shell scriptingStrong knowledge of SoC architecture and operating systems, including task scheduling, memory hierarchy, MMU, interrupt handling, and the boot sequenceDemonstrated system software development experience and hands-on skills, including system performance optimization, kernel/user-space driver design, BSP development, and system issue analysisExperience with the modern PC industry, bootloaders (UEFI), Windows drivers, and Windows debuggingAbility to organize data points and consolidate them into clear conclusions and actionsKnowledge of and experience with AI and DLA, able to support customers in integrating AI models onto MediaTek SoCsExperience and skill in customer interactionExperience with WebCQ, JIRA, git, and cross-compilersSalary Range $ 179,000 to $ 244,000MediaTek is a global fabless semiconductor industry leader, providing solutions from the edge to the cloud and powering over 2 billion connected devices every year. Established in 1997, our leading-edge technologies keep the world connected and enhance everyday life. At the forefront of innovation, MediaTek drives advancements in transformative technologies such as AI, 5G/6G, and Wi-Fi 8. Our high-performance, power-efficient solutions form the foundation for a smarter, more connected world, enabling devices from smartphones, smart homes, and AI PCs to high-performance computing, automotive, and AI data centers. As a trusted partner to the world's leading brands, we are committed to ensuring access to world-class technology for everyone. Our dedication to accelerating AI underscores our mission to enrich the future of humanity. 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