Linux and Android Device Driver

Job Description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world's most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Linux - Android Device Driver

Works in the area of Software Engineering, which encompasses the development, maintenance and optimization of software solutions/applications.
1. Applies scientific methods to analyse and solve software engineering problems.
2. He/she is responsible for the development and application of software engineering practice and knowledge, in research, design, development and maintenance.
3. His/her work requires the exercise of original thought and judgement and the ability to supervise the technical and administrative work of other software engineers.
4. The software engineer builds skills and expertise of his/her software engineering discipline to reach standard software engineer skills expectations for the applicable role, as defined in Professional Communities.
5. The software engineer collaborates and acts as team player with other software engineers and stakeholders.

Essential Skills

- Linux Kernel & Driver Development: Strong experience with Linux kernel internals and writing device drivers.
- Android Internals: Understanding of Android architecture, especially HAL, AIDL, and system services.

Works in the area of Software Engineering, which encompasses the development, maintenance and optimization of software solutions/applications.1. Applies scientific methods to analyse and solve software engineering problems.2. He/she is responsible for the development and application of software engineering practice and knowledge, in research, design, development and maintenance.3. His/her work requires the exercise of original thought and judgement and the ability to supervise the technical and administrative work of other software engineers.4. The software engineer builds skills and expertise of his/her software engineering discipline to reach standard software engineer skills expectations for the applicable role, as defined in Professional Communities.5. The software engineer collaborates and acts as team player with other software engineers and stakeholders.

Job Description - Grade Specific

Key Responsibilities

- Driver Development: Write and maintain device drivers for hardware components like sensors, cameras, touchscreens, and communication interfaces (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART).
- Kernel Integration: Modify and configure the Linux kernel to support new hardware features.
- Android HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer): Develop and integrate HAL modules to bridge drivers with Android services.
- System Debugging: Use tools likeadb,logcat, and kernel logs to troubleshoot hardware-software issues.
- Performance Optimization: Ensure drivers are efficient, stable, and power-conscious.
- Collaboration: Work closely with hardware teams, Android framework developers, and QA engineers.

Skills (competencies)

Verbal Communication
Linux
(SDLC) Methodology

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

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