Embedded Linux Software Engineer

About Us

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the industry leader in delivering inflight entertainment products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth headphone connectivity. With over 40 years of history, we offer stability, career growth opportunities, and collaboration with bright minds in the industry.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated, driven, and collaborative Software Engineer to join a talented team that conducts research, design, and development of software running on Linux or Android OS to power our latest products.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of software solutions.
• Take ownership of features from concept to deployment.
• Perform code reviews and contribute to engineering implementation and guidelines.
• Support diagnosis, resolve issues, and fix bugs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to complete and synchronize the software implementation cycle.
• Participate in a complete software development life cycle using Agile methodologies.
• Work independently, handle complex tasks, and contribute to projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and interns, and offer technical guidance and feedback.
• Identify areas for optimization and enhancement, and contribute to the overall quality and efficiency of the team.

Requirements

• Strong problem-solving skills and a solid understanding of C/C++ programming.
• Proven experience in software development for Linux and embedded systems.
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems.
• Experience designing and working with scalable architectures.
• Proven experience in socket programming, PUB/SUB, and event-driven architecture.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming.
• Knowledge of Android application development using Java/Kotlin and Android Studio/Gradle.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools, languages, and technologies.
• Working knowledge of basic hardware components, block diagrams, and schematics.
• Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/UDP/IP), VLANs, and basic switching and routing concepts.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with user-centered, iterative design and development processes.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Working knowledge of Agile methodology and practicing Scrum.
• Preferred: 5 years of proven experience in Software Engineering, including knowledge of modern C/C++ and experience in Linux and embedded systems.

May require travel up to 5% of the time to domestic and/or international locations.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $100,000 to $167,000. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.

Benefits

• Flexible-hybrid work opportunities.
• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive unlimited PTO; Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days, 7 sick days, and 3 personal days per year (accrual rate increases with tenure). All employees receive 11 company-paid holidays plus a paid company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year.
• Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA & HI) with options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options, and Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, fully vested from day 1.
• Additional offerings: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.