System Programmer

AA2IT - Dallas, TX

Full-time

Dallas, TX

About the position

The System Programmer role focuses on developing, debugging, and optimizing embedded software for TV applications on a modified Linux OS. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and involves hands-on testing and debugging on hardware. The role also emphasizes the importance of keeping up with Middleware TV technology trends and mentoring junior developers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, debug, and optimize embedded software specifically for TV applications on a modified Linux OS.
• Extend and enhance built-in libraries in the codebase related to audio, DRM, and input management.
• Set up TVs, test code directly on the hardware, and debug issues.
• Regularly collaborate with cross-functional teams, including those in charge of Alexa integration.
• Keep abreast of the latest trends in Middleware TV technology and suggest improvements to the architecture.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for internal use and future reference.
• Conduct performance tuning, balancing, and optimization efforts for usability and automation.
• Efficiently manage memory, processing power, and network resources to bolster TV performance.
• Participate in conferences or workshops as a representative of the company, sharing knowledge and insights into Middleware advancements.
• Work closely with QA teams to identify and resolve defects ensuring robust software releases.
• Mentor junior developers and assist in their development within the project team.

Requirements

• Proven experience in developing and debugging embedded software, preferably in Android/Linux environments.
• Advanced proficiency in modern C++ is essential, at least 14, 17 version.
• Good knowledge of IPC and multithreading.
• Solid understanding of Linux OS internals, including U-Boot/kernel development, device driver development, bug fixing, and optimizations.
• Experience in debugging embedded systems is required.
• Knowledge of communication networks and protocols such as USB, Ethernet, TCP/IP, etc.
• Experience with hardware-accelerated graphics processing, specifically OpenGL ES, is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Android NDK and SDK is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly-evolving environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with hardware-accelerated graphics processing, specifically OpenGL ES.
• Familiarity with Android NDK and SDK.