Description
We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will focus on developing and optimizing solutions across ARM-based and microcontroller SoC platforms. If you are an open-source enthusiast with a strong background in driver development and system optimization, this might be one for you. This role presents an opportunity for you to drive innovation in Linux and Zephyr architectures and shape the future of multimedia frameworks, specifically within the audio domain.
Requirements
- 5 – 8 years experience in embedded system development & debugging on ARM or other embedded processor or MCU based SoCs preferably running Linux OS
- Experienced in C, C++, Python programming languages
- Experienced in developing and debugging software on ARM running Linux, Zephyr and DSP platforms
- Understanding of power and performance considerations on embedded systems particularly with respect to ARM linux and DSP platforms
- Experienced in Linux kernel and/or Zephyr architecture and device driver development, debugging, upstreaming
- Experienced with multimedia framework especially audio focus ones such as Pipewire, and ALSA
- Have general understanding in audio signal processing
- Experienced in audio usage models including playback, recording, voice activation, voice call, audio context detection
- Familiar with standard audio bus interfaces (I2S, TDM, SoundWire)
- Familiar with driver development for audio mixed signal peripherals (CODEC, speaker amp, digital microphone)
- Passionate contributor or maintainer of established open source projects such as PipeWire, ALSA, Linux, Zephyr, and etc.
- Understand open source community development, engagement, and upstreaming workflow
- Experienced in both open source & product commercialization process
Job responsibilities
- Design, develop, and debug robust software solutions for ARM-based and microcontroller SoCs, ensuring high performance and stability on platforms running Linux, Zephyr, and DSP.
- Drive the development of Linux kernel components and device drivers. Manage the full development lifecycle, including debugging, testing, and upstreaming code changes to maintain alignment with community standards.
- Architect and implement audio solutions using frameworks such as PipeWire and ALSA. Manage the integration of audio peripherals (CODECs, speaker amps, digital microphones) via standard bus interfaces like I2S, TDM, and SoundWire.
- Analyze and optimize power consumption and system performance, with a specific focus on ARM Linux and DSP platforms to ensure energy efficiency and responsiveness in embedded environments.
- Actively participate in the open-source community by contributing to and maintaining projects like Linux, Zephyr, PipeWire, or ALSA. Facilitate the transition of features from open-source development into commercialized products.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to define audio usage models, including playback, recording, voice activation, and context detection, ensuring seamless system integration.
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What we offer
Why work at GlobalLogic
Our goal is to build an inclusive positive culture where everyone can feel comfortable being themselves, empowering our people to create their own high standards and therefore more value. We work together to promote fairness while recognising, valuing and embracing differences – providing a transparent support structure and generous training budget to help our people develop skills to progress their career. Our region also supports a hybrid model which can flex across a wide spectrum of working options determined by our business, customer and individual needs.
You’ll benefit from a comprehensive health and wellness plan, private healthcare (clinical and mental wellbeing), and discounted gym memberships. We offer a fantastic benefits package including a competitive pension scheme and recognition schemes through bonus/reward initiatives. Colleagues are entitled to an annual volunteering day – so you can take time to support a cause close to your heart. We also love to stay social at our trips to the zoo, quiz nights, sports events, theatre trips and much more.
We are an equal opportunities employer. It is our policy to promote an environment free from discrimination, harassment and victimisation.
About GlobalLogic
GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.
