Software Engineer, Wireless Connectivity MCU

Description

Millions of people experience Synaptics every day. Our technology impacts how people see, hear, touch, and engage with a wide range of IoT applications -- at home, at work, in the car or on the go. 

We solve complex challenges alongside the most influential companies in the industry, using the most advanced algorithms in areas such as machine learning, biometrics, and video processing, combined with world class software and silicon development. 

Overview 

Synaptics is looking for a Software Engineer to join our software team in Bangalore. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a global team creating revolutionary products. You will be responsible for design, development, integration & maturity of embedded real-time solutions for the High-performance AI-native wireless connectivity MCUs with tiered inferencing that makes context-aware computing a reality across the smart home, the factory floor and at work. FW/SW Modules and components can vary from BSP level, through Operating System components, service level routines, multi-core & cross-platform to Application-level ones. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Software Engineering. 

Responsibilities & Competencies 

Job Duties

• Develop embedded firmware that runs on different ARM M class MCU platforms; design and optimize the systems for low power, memory usage and low MIPS 

• Adapting TensorFlow Lite to run on an ARM U55 platform 

• Ensuring that ML models run efficiently on the hardware, which involve performance tuning, memory optimization, and debugging 

• Partner closely with HW & SW Architects to translate requirements into a design and implementation, integrate actions with other FW/SW teams, and mature the solution with QA teams 

• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team developing innovative solutions for various consumer electronics markets and technologies utilizing sensors, pre-tape out qualification, silicon bring-up, and feature development of Wireless connectivity MCU sub-systems 

Competencies

• Experience with ARM Cortex-M series architecture.

• Strong C/C++ Programming skills

• Good understanding of Free RTOS and Zephyr concepts

• Excellent debugging and analytical abilities using JTAG

• 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 routine problems through practical use of technology

• Good verbal and written communication skills, in English

• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse cross-functional team 

Qualifications (Requirements) 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Electronics Engineering or related field or equivalent 

• 2+ years of relevant industry experience 

• Hands-on experience working with peripherals driver and firmware

• Experience with embedded systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS) 

• Demonstrated capabilities to develop SW components under power/foot-print sensitive design considerations 

• Experience in designing, optimizing, and deploying machine learning models on U55 small NPUs for edge applications 

• Minimal travel based on need (once or twice per year) 

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.