Embedded OS Software Engineering Developer (Zephyr RTOS)

Intel • Hillsboro, OR

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Intel Zephyr real-time operating system (RTOS) team in the Software and AI organization is looking for an Operating System Development Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in developing Intel's RTOS, a system designed to consolidate the real-time latency requirements of critical IPs, and optimize firmware performance. Your contributions will have a direct impact on Intel's ability to meet current technological demands while paving the way for future innovation. By collaborating with the open-source community and driving industry standards, you will help shape the next generation of operating systems and development practices. If you enjoy working in fast-paced environments, embracing challenges, and making a tangible difference, this role is for you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with 4+ years of experience.
• Operating system internals, debugging tools, and development environments.
• Technical expertise in software architecture and disciplined execution.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years with a Master's degree in a related field, or 1+ years with a PhD in a related field.
• Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices.
• Experience in providing architectural feedback to optimize software.
• A passion for driving innovation and contributing to groundbreaking technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, test, and optimize operating systems, focusing on hardware abstraction layers, OS services, and user space software subsystems.
• Implement and enhance technologies in areas such as virtualization, containerization, connectivity stacks (Bluetooth, WiFi, GPS), networking routing, power management, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with open-source communities to align Intel's advancements with industry standards.
• Lead software development processes, including interface definition, CI/CD integration, and robust verification strategies.
• Balance the constraints of embedded control systems while building scalable frameworks for evolving customer needs.
• Influence Intel's development culture by integrating modern software development methodologies and best practices.

Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.
• Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees