About the role :
In Xperi we aim to disrupt the TV industry by introducing TiVo OS – a brandnew, content-centric operating system for Smart TVs,based on the legendary American TiVo brand! As aPrincipalEngineer in Platform Servicesteam, you will contribute to ensuringour system ishighly-performing, robust, secured and scalable across various hardware.This team focuses on critical components such as software updates, system diagnostics, backward compatibility and performance. You will get an opportunity to work in an international environment and collaborate with other teams spread across Europe, America and Asia.This technical role is focused onarchitecting and developing system-wide functionalities, high-performing native applications (services) that are part of middleware integrated on ARM-based embedded Linux platforms.What you do :
- Act as a Principal / Lead engineer to design and build a complete system targeted for smart TVs
- Design and develop the framework for system’s scalability across multiple SoC platforms, hardware variants, consumer brands and device models
- Contribute to customizations in low-level Linux components : bootloader, kernel, systemd
- Participate in regular code and design reviews of our Linux-based solutions
- Identify bottlenecks and bugs for a plethora of platforms and device solutions
- Create and maintain technical specifications and documentation
- Contributing to R&D proof-of-concepts
- Work in international environment with various teams across the globe
- Being self-reliant, with a proactive approach and willingness to share your knowledge with peers
Who we are looking for : Must have :
At least 10years of experience with C, C++At least 7+ years of experience with Linux-basedembedded systems10+ years of working experience with object-oriented designsSolid knowledge of SW design patterns, architectures, and best practicesExperience with modern C++11, C++17 standards, librariesExperience with Linux kernel customizationExperience developing for and creating automated test frameworksStrong understanding of quality assurance principles, methodologies, and practices in software developmentExperience with project & delivery tools (eg.Gerrit, Github, Jira, Confluence)Good coding practices (static and dynamic analysis)Ability to understand and contribute to high level designs, UMLs, and API definitionsExcellent communication, leadership, and troubleshooting skillsFluent and efficient communication in English (spoken and written)Nice to have :
Experience in python and Linux shell scripting
Experience with Linux performance tools and security modelsExperience with Yocto Linux distributionExperience in Smart TV product certificationExperience in building hardened products for mass productionSolid knowledge of HTML and web standardsWorking experience with Jenkins and CI / CDLife @ Xperi : At Xperi, we value People, Customers, Performance and Innovation. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees have a voice and sense of belonging, feel safe and valued, and are acknowledged for how their unique differences contribute to organizational culture and business outcomes.Our employees and their families are important to us, and our comprehensive pay, stock and benefits programs reflect that. Xperi supports personal well-being, builds financial security and enables employees to share in our collective success.Rewards include :
Competitive compensation (salary, equity and bonuses) and comprehensive benefits designed to foster work-life balance, care for your health, protect your finances and help you save and invest for the future.Generous paid time away from work, including flexible time off, holidays and sick time, health and wellness initiatives, and a charitable match program to help you give back to your community.Great perks, which vary by location and can be site-specific : employee discounts, transportation reimbursements, subsidized cafes and fitness facilities.A flexible, hybrid work environment combining the best of in-office collaboration and community-building along with the benefits of working from home.