SoC Infrastructure software Development Lead

3 days ago

Hyderabad, Telangana, India TestCore IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Exp : 8 years +

We are seeking a highly experienced software engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of low-level software infrastructure for complex System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms. This role focuses on Linux kernel, device drivers, bootloaders, board support packages (BSP), and embedded firmware to enable cutting-edge hardware across multiple product lines. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in embedded systems, deep understanding of SoC architecture, and a proven track record of delivering robust and performant low-level software.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and develop SoC software infrastructure including bootloaders, kernel bring-up, and board support packages.
  • Design, implement, and maintain Linux kernel drivers for peripherals such as I²C, SPI, UART, PCIe, USB, networking, multimedia, and camera subsystems.
  • Lead SoC bring-up on new hardware platforms — from first silicon to mass production.
  • Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, and ASIC teams to define hardware/software interfaces.
  • Develop low-level firmware (secure monitor, power management firmware, DSP/Microcontroller firmware) as needed for SoC components.
  • Optimize system performance, memory footprint, and power efficiency for embedded Linux environments.
  • Integrate and validate IP blocks into the SoC software stack.
  • Create and maintain automated test and CI pipelines for low-level software.
  • Debug complex hardware/software interaction issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, and kernel trace tools.
  • Mentor junior engineers and guide software architecture decisions.
  • Work with product and manufacturing teams to ensure software readiness for production.

Required Qualifications:

  • 10+ years professional experience in embedded software development for Linux-based SoCs.
  • Strong expertise in:

Linux kernel internals and driver development.

Bootloaders (U-Boot, Coreboot, or similar).

Board Support Package (BSP) design.

Device Tree configuration and customization.

  • Proficient in C/C++ for low-level system programming; scripting (Python, Bash) for tooling.
  • Deep understanding of SoC architectures (
    ARM, RISC-V, or similar), Qualcomm, Intel
    , memory subsystems, and peripheral interfaces.
  • Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and lab debugging tools.
  • Familiarity with power management frameworks and low-power design.
  • Experience with secure boot and trusted execution environments (TEE, OP-TEE, ARM TrustZone).
  • Strong problem-solving skills with ability to lead technical investigations from silicon anomalies to kernel race conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with multimedia subsystems (GPU, ISP, camera pipelines).
  • Knowledge of virtualization on embedded platforms (KVM, Xen).
  • Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) alongside Linux.
  • Experience contributing to upstream Linux kernel projects.
  • Exposure to Yocto Project or Buildroot and or Qualcomm build system for embedded Linux distributions.
  • Background in safety-critical or security-certified software (ISO 26262, IEC 61508, Common Criteria).

Core Competencies / Skills :

  • Linux Kernel & BSP: Device drivers (char, block, net, misc), platform drivers, device tree, clock framework, regulator, thermal
  • SoC Infrastructure: Power domains, interconnect, memory controller, bus fabrics (AMBA, AXI, APB)
  • Firmware & Boot: U-Boot, ARM Trusted Firmware (ATF), secure boot
  • Debug & Profiling: JTAG, Lauterbach, ftrace, perf, kgdb
  • Languages: C, Python (automation), Shell scripting
  • Tools: Git, Gerrit, Buildroot, Yocto
  • Standards & Interfaces: I²C, SPI, UART, PCIe, USB, Ethernet

  • SoC Infrastructure SW – Dev Lead

    7 days ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India SEMI LEAF Full time ₹ 25,00,000 - ₹ 50,00,000 per year

    Summary:We are seeking an experienced and technically strong SoC Infrastructure Software Development Lead to architect and drive the development of foundational software for next-generation System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms. This is a hands-on leadership role that focuses on Linux kernel, bootloaders, board support packages (BSPs), and low-level firmware...

  • Linux SoC Infra Lead

    2 days ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Quest Global Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 24,00,000 per year

    Job Requirements We are seeking a highly experienced software engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of low-level software infrastructure for complex System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms. This role focuses on Linux kernel, device drivers, bootloaders, board support packages (BSP), and embedded firmware to enable cutting-edge hardware across...

  • Cloud Infrastructure

    7 days ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Cloudleap Software Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    About the RoleWere looking for a skilled Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps Administrator to manage our AWS / Azure infrastructure, Windows IIS environments, and CI/CD pipelines with a strong focus on security, reliability, and SOC 2 compliance.You'll ensure uptime, automate deployments, and maintain secure, scalable systems supporting our global SaaS...

  • Software Infrastructure Lead/Architect

    5 days ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Advanced Micro Devices, Inc Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHINGAt AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences – from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create...

  • SOC Verification Lead

    1 day ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India AMD Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    *WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHINGAt AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create...

  • Lead Engineer Infrastructure Operations

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Payswiff Solutions Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    Role & responsibilities :Lead the infra & DevOps teams in a 24/7 PCI DSS-compliant environmentOversee deployment and monitoring of Java applications running on TomcatManage and optimize NGINX, Docker environments, and cloud resources (AWS)Administer and maintain firewall, IDS/IPS, WAF, and SIEM systemsEnsure ongoing compliance with PCI DSS and ISO/IEC 27001...

  • SOC Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India VR3 Technologies Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 7,00,000 per year

    Job Description :We're Building a SOC from ScratchLooking for a SOC Engineer / SOC Lead to design, implement, and operationalize our Security Operations Centre. If you have experience building SOC processes, workflows, incident response playbooks, and handling malware/virus investigations, we want you.Requirements:Proven 4+ years of experience in building or...

  • trainer - soc analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Full Stack Academy Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 15,00,000 per year

    Company DescriptionFull Stack Academy is dedicated to transforming recent graduates into skilled software professionals and supporting current professionals in enhancing their expertise in advanced technologies. With a team of experienced industry professionals, Full Stack Academy provides comprehensive training that combines theoretical knowledge with...

  • Senior Software Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Fanatics Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    DescriptionJob Title: SOC SR Software EngineerLocation: Hyderabad, IndiaDepartment: Perimeter Security Operations Center (PSOC)About the Role: We are seeking a SOC SR Software Engineer who will design, build, and implement security solutions for our newly established Security Operations Center. As an integral member of our engineering team, you'll work on...

  • Senior Software Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Fanatics Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    Job DescriptionJob Title: SOC SR Software EngineerLocation: Hyderabad, IndiaDepartment: Perimeter Security Operations Center (PSOC)About the Role: We are seeking a SOC SR Software Engineer who will design, build, and implement security solutions for our newly established Security Operations Center. As an integral member of our engineering team, you'll work...