Job Title: Embedded Software Architect
Job Description

We are seeking a highly qualified Embedded Software Architect Consultant to provide impactful engineering deliverables for the SR-WAVE program. The consultant will collaborate with the Lead Engineer on the embedded software architecture: design and development.

ResponsibilitiesDefine the software driver architecture among the CPU, GPU, and other components.Develop Linux drivers on a RHEL 9 OS, focusing on the PCIe bus, serial, and ethernet communications.Design for shared memory between kernel and user space for high-speed data (PCIe 4.0).Define the software interface (API) between external applications and the software driver on the CPU.Define the software interface (API) between external applications running on the CPU and the kernel/GPU application software on the GPU (shared memory).Define the software interface between the ARM/FPGA software driver and CPU software.Define the software interface between the CPU software drivers and ethernet/PCIe/GPIO.Define the software interface and protocol between the ARM/FPGA software driver and the programmable fabric, through the AMBA interface.Define the radio interface of the ARM/FPGA software driver and the radio transceivers.Develop the designed software architecture solution.Software integration between the kernel drivers and the user applications.System integration: processor software (RHEL 9) and an off-board FPGA and transceivers.Essential SkillsExperience developing software architectures for high-speed embedded systems.Experience with device driver performance optimization, high-speed data processing, shared memory, zero copy (memory), and scratchpad memory (SPM) management.OS Scheduling data: drivers to applications, manage data samples in and out of the CPU.Approximately 15+ years of professional work experience.Productive team collaboration, task ownership, responsibility, and follow-through.Excellent written (design documents and specifications) and verbal communication skills.U.S. Citizenship.Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in Embedded Software Engineering.Secret Clearance preferred.Experience with NB/WB RF Transceivers and ARM processors with Linux on FPGAs.Processor and FPGA integration and test experience in wireless communication systems.Work Environment

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Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95.00 - $115.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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