Sr. Software Engineer, Embedded

Description

Synaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As the go-to partner for the world's most forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra AI-Native embedded compute, Veros wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions.

We're making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.

Overview
Synaptics is looking for a Sr. Software Engineer to develop software for the Astra SR Series of embedded processors. These AI-native SoCs are optimized for multi-modal Consumer and Industrial IoT workloads, featuring high-performance compute engines, multi-TOPS NPU, GPU, and accelerators for vision, audio, security, and video. You'll help enable edge-based inferencing on secure, graphics-rich platforms. This full-time position reports to the Sr. Manager, Software Engineering.

Responsibilities & Competencies
Job Duties

• Develop device drivers for Display/GPU/Camera/HDMI/MIPI for the Astra MCU processor series
• Develop embedded firmware that runs on different MCU platforms; design and optimize the systems for low power, memory usage and low MIPS.
• Work closely with HW & SW Architects to translate requirements into design and implementation, integrate with other FW/SW teams/members & mature the solution with QA teams
• Developing cutting edge solutions for the various consumer electronics markets and technologies utilizing sensors, audio & vision to enable always-on sensing

Competencies

• Extensive experience with ARM Cortex-M series architecture including MPU and DMA
• Proficient in communication protocols/interfaces such as SPI, I2C, USB, and UART
• Strong embedded C/C++ coding and debugging skills
• Strong knowledge of RTOS, specifically FreeRTOS, ZephyrOS, ThreadX, etc.
• Knowledge of CMSIS software packages for ARM M-class cores
• Strong software debugging skills using JTAG, emulators, or simulators.
• Experience in developing and using low-level drivers for digital processing of video and audio inputs, various communication interfaces and sensors
• Excellent written & verbal communication, interpersonal and analytical skills, including the ability to communicate complex, interactive design concepts clearly to both technical teams and non-technical partners at the appropriate level of detail
• Proactive, self-starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Well organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate
• Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas
• Resourceful and able to solve problems through practical use of technology and a solid understanding of product architecture
• Strong team player with the ability to work within a diverse team

Qualifications (Requirements)

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering from premier institutions or related field or equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience
• Demonstrated capabilities to develop SW components under power/foot-print sensitive design considerations
• Proven experience in firmware development in a multitasking RTOS environment
• Hands-on experience with different debugging methods in simulation and emulation environments
• Experience in continuous Development and integration environment
• Knowledge in various tool chains (ARM, open source (GCC, LLVM), etc.
• Minimal travel up to 10% (once or twice a year based on need)

Belief in Diversity
Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.