Linux/Windows Software Developer

Linux/Windows Software Developer

Job Description

THE ROLE:
The client team is responsible for development, quality assurance and delivery of UEFI, Windows and Linux drivers for the client laptops, desktops and workstations that support the client solution. As a software engineer in this team, you will work on the latest client hardware and software. We are a vertically integrated team spanning from firmware development right up to application layer. If you understand the intricacies of Linux kernel and device drivers for storage this is the role for you. In this role, you will be actively participating in research, concept development and design ideation to create world class software and firmware.

THE PERSON:
The client team is on the lookout for a dynamic, energetic software engineer who can design, develop, and maintain clean and robust code and who are willing to take on new challenges and find innovative ways to problem solve. You will be working with a group of engineers to design, develop and validate a complete client solution and the newest platforms that client produce. We are looking for someone with a strong programming skill in C and C++ with exposure to X86 as well as source control (CVS/GIT/RMS) and/or Linux architecture. An ideal candidate should have firsthand experience working with Linux device driver development and debug.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Candidate’s primary responsibility is developing Linux Drivers for client products.
Candidate will have backup responsibilities of developing Windows / UEFI drivers and GUI Application for client products.
Sustain the design, development, integration, testing and deployment of client solution.
Includes cross cultural communication with vendor and customer.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Advanced programming skills in C/C++ for operating system kernel & systems development
Solid understanding and experience with the Linux kernel and driver architecture.
Good understanding of NVMe protocols.
Good working knowledge of RAID & Storport miniport driver.
Knowledge of storage device driver development with windows is a plus.
Deep Knowledge of Computer Architecture and Windows Kernel Internals.
Good understanding of operating systems concepts, data structures, x86-64 architecture.
Proficient use of git.
Python, Shell Scripting, BIOS knowledge an added advantage.
Ability to work with minimal supervision on more than one task in parallel.
Ability to mentor technically.
Must be self-starter.
Effective communication and time management skills.
Collaborating with geographical teams an added advantage.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
Bachelors/Master’s in Engineering.
Preferably relevant experience of 3 – 5 years.

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.