SR.RDK Engineer

About Us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

About Cognizant’s Communications Media and Technology Practice:

At Cognizant CMT - a cross functional team comprised of Delivery Leads, Product Managers, Architects, embedded developers, manual testers, performance testers and automation testers, builds higher quality cutting edge software solutions for clients in cable industry across the globe. Across our US offices or within client development sites, our Engineering teams ideate and develop innovative solutions following a Lean-Agile process with DevOps culture. Working in Cognizant CMT group, provides developers and testers consistent opportunities to drive excellence in technology while growing their exposure to fast paced and ever-changing cable industry landscape.

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Responsibilities:

· Should be able to Test Device Engineering STB SMARTTV OTT Devices specific initiatives for RDK Video middleware for Media Graphic connectivity functional use cases with integration of backend for UI UX Content protection and security DBR and other VAS features.

· Excellent testing knowledge in multitasking embedded environment Linux application development and POSIX standards Development and device monitoring experience with DOCSIS.

· Passive optical network Satellite network for WAN and Wifi MOCA for LAN is must.

· Deep understanding of low-level video software stack.

· Familiar with shell scripts JiraConfluence Git Gerrit Yocto.

· Good understanding of device drivers low level platform software.

· Ability to quickly understand and translate product requirements into technical solutions.

· Independent with good communication and team working skills.

· Solution focused with ability to plan anticipate issues consider risks and help deliver best value.

· Willing to take on challenges and adapt with changing priorities.

Qualifications:

Must Have's:
RDK experience – 5 -10 years

C++ embedded programming

Preferred/Desirable:

· Deep understanding of Set Top Box software stack.

· Strong experience on RDK video stack.

· Familiar with emerging trends in system profiling CPU GPU NPU TPU Memory etc.

· Profiling and performance optimizations.

· Native software development experience on Embedded Linux platforms Understanding of Linux internals and media framework.

· Testing experience of implementation of CWMP TR69 and TR135 protocols and their parameter implementation for cable labs and Digital Video Broadcast DVB specs-based product lines.

· Experience with Linux Open source framework Yocto media framework Gstreammer Graphics Direct-FB Device Drivers USB network netdevice and file system for Broadcom STM Intel Qualcomm based SOC platform for RDK.

· Exhibit excellent STLC knowledge with analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

· Strong communication skills.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Cognizant is a global community with more than 345,000 associates around the world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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