Tekron, a Microchip Technology Incorporated company, is a leading developer of precision GPS/GNSS clocks and time synchronisation solutions used in critical infrastructure around the world. Our products support applications across national power grids, telecommunications networks, enterprise systems, and other advanced network environments in more than 80 countries.
As part of Microchip's Frequency and Timing Division, the Tekron team works within a global engineering environment focused on developing the next generation of precision timing technologies.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer with strong expertise in embedded systems development and Yocto-based Linux platform configuration. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep technical capability with the ability to translate high-level product and marketing objectives into clear engineering requirements and implementation plans.
You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining embedded software platforms while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including product management, marketing, hardware engineering, and QA.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain embedded software solutions for Linux-based systems
Configure, customize, and maintain Yocto build environments and BSPs
Translate marketing and customer requirements into detailed engineering specifications and technical deliverables
Collaborate with hardware and product teams to define system architecture and software requirements
Develop and optimize low-level software components, drivers, and system services
Support system integration, debugging, performance tuning, and troubleshooting activities
Participate in code reviews and contribute to software quality and development best practices
Create and maintain technical documentation for software architecture, development processes, and system configurations
Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical leadership within the team
Requirement/ Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
8+ years of experience in embedded software development
Strong hands-on experience with embedded Linux systems and Yocto Project configuration
Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages such as Python or Bash
Experience working with bootloaders, Linux kernel configuration, device trees, and BSP development
Proven ability to interpret business or marketing requirements and convert them into actionable engineering requirements
Experience with version control systems such as Git
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with ARM-based embedded platforms
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated build systems
Knowledge of networking protocols, security, or real-time systems
Experience working in Agile development environments
Prior experience supporting product development from concept through production release
Competency:
Strategic/Critical Thinking—Systematically solves problems and hypothesizes possible client pain points, expectations, and implicit needs; brainstorms with team members to devise solutions to solve complex client challenges
Communication—Tailors communication to the client’s needs with authority; effectively delivers presentations and has strong verbal and written communication skills
Ownership—Goes out of his or her way to complete a task and has relentless drive to achieve results; is independent and self-directed, and takes initiative.
Workflow Management—Sets clear, realistic, and time-bound objectives that align to business growth; breaks each objective into tasks and process steps that can be achieved within a realistic timeframe.
Please include a brief summary of your experience with embedded systems, Yocto platform development, and other engineering requirements.