Job Description:

Futurex is a worldwide leader in hardened data encryption security solutions. The company headquarters and engineering campus is located in Bulverde, 15 miles north of San Antonio, Texas.Futurex is seeking a talented embedded Linux software engineer. Futurex embedded Linux software engineers will have opportunities to work with advanced cryptographic systems at all layers of an embedded Linux operating system such as boot loaders, kernel drivers, and system support daemons.This role offers an opportunity for candidates to expand their talents by participating directly in the development of production software. Individual visibility within the team is high, and opportunities for rapid advancement exist.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign software and systems based on defined requirements for existing and new embedded systemsCode, test, and troubleshoot operating system components for embedded systemsConfer with software and hardware team members to develop, understand, and update requirements for product featuresWrite and maintain programming documentation on subjects including code, API functionality, and software issue creationresolutionMaintain confidentiality with regard to information being processed, stored, or accessedRequirementsQUALIFICATIONSStrong interest in embedded Linux, embedded hardware, and softwareSoftware development experience in CComfortable on a Linux command line interfaceExperience with basic FLOSS development tools (gcc, binutils, strace, valgrind, etc.)Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or similar fieldIn depth knowledge of embedded Linux systems, Linux driver development, or kernel debuggingMotivated, self-starting, and eager to learnSTRONGLY PREFERExperience building an embedded Linux environment from scratch (buildroot, Yocto, or OpenWRT, etc.)Experience with initial bring up of a board with a Linux environmentExperience with using toolchains including for cross compiling for diverse architectures (ARM, PowerPC, x86_64, or aarch64)Comfortable reading assembly (ARM, PowerPC, x86_64, or aarch64)Experience debugging and integrating hardware components with the Linux operating systemExperience with scripting (Bash, POSIX shell)Experience with version control software (git)Experience with hardware interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and GPIOStrong knowledge of Linux kernel stack and subsystemsBenefitsA key role in production-level software projects working directly on cutting-edge encryption technology with a fast time to marketCompetitive compensation and opportunities for advancementFlexible scheduling policy Company-provided snacks and drinksScenic corporate campus with amenities including a tennis court, jogging trail, and putting greenWelcoming, family-style corporate culture uniquely suited to fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and motivated individualsJoin us as an embedded Linux software engineer and contribute to our innovative cryptographic products.