Bootloader Developer – Embedded Systems

Skillset needed: C, Linux, Embedded, Experience in device drivers and bootloader

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop bootloader and low-level platform software
• Perform hardware bring-up activities for new platforms/SoCs
• Implement and validate secure boot flow and firmware authentication
• Debug and resolve system-level issues related to boot, power-on, and firmware initialization
• Optimize system performance such as boot time and memory usage
• Develop and maintain device drivers and embedded platform components
• Collaborate with hardware, security, and platform teams
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions
• Interface with SoC vendors to resolve technical issues
• Maintain documentation and ensure adherence to development standards

Technical Skills (Must Have):

• Strong programming experience in C and C++ in embedded environments
• Hands-on experience in Bootloader development (U-Boot / BSP layer)
• Strong understanding of:
• System boot flow and initialization
• Memory management and hardware abstraction
• Device tree and low-level hardware interaction
• Experience with Embedded Linux systems
• Working knowledge of Yocto
• Experience in board bring-up
• Familiarity with:
• Debugging tools (UART logs, JTAG, serial console)
• Version control (Git, Gerrit)
• Issue tracking tools (JIRA)

Preferred Skills:

• RDK-B / RDK-V experience
• STB or Networking router exposure
• Secure boot and OTA recovery
• Python

Soft Skills:

• Strong debugging and problem-solving
• Good communication with onsite/offshore teams
• Ownership mindset
• Ability to handle production-critical / field issues under pressure