Software Engineer IV

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer IV for a Hybrid opportunity!

Position Title: Software Engineer IV

Location: Menlo Park, CA (Hybrid)

Anticipated Start Date: 11/18/2024

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6 Months Contract

Job Type: Contract (>%3D30 HRS WEEKLY)

Pay Range: 80-90

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Description:

Building products that make it easier for people to connect with the ones they love most, enjoy top-notch, wire-free VR, and push the future of computing platforms. We are a team of world-class experts developing and shipping products at the intersection of hardware, software and content. As an OS Frameworks Engineer, you will focus on testing and optimizing the performance of VR devices, specifically memory and OS usage by third-party apps. You will ensure the OS stays within its allocated 5GB memory budget and identify regressions, collaborating with the team to resolve issues.

Responsibilities:

Lead performance testing and optimization efforts for VR devices, focusing on memory and OS usage by third-party apps. Ensure OS stays within allocated 5GB memory budget. Identify regressions and collaborate with the team to resolve memory and CPU issues. Develop and maintain automated tests using JavaScript. Utilize debugging tools like Perfetto to analyze CPU and memory usage. Understand Android OS internals and app launching mechanisms. Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams (XFN). Drive discussions with other teams. Make updates and fixes.

Top 3 Must Have Skills:

JavaScript experience Perfecto - debugging tool Call Stack SQL XFN communication Debugging

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or similar field. 3+ years of software development experience. Experience with Android internals, AOSP, or Linux OS development. Strong understanding of JavaScript. Proficiency with debugging tools like Perfetto. Knowledge of call stacks, memory allocation, and SQL. Excellent debugging and analysis skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Mid-level experience (Level 3/4). Experience with performance testing and optimization. Familiarity with VR devices and Android-based systems.
Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.

This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 230976 when responding to this ad.

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