Software Architect

In this position you will be responsible for the architecture and implementation of the software stack for our client's tablet products ranging from device drivers, Middleware to application software - across various exciting domains ranging from Multimedia to Cloud Computing. You will be working with System Software and Hardware Engineers to define system usage models, system capabilities via various prototypes of advanced features and impacting the look and feel of future tablet technology.

Candidates must have aptitude and attitude for very rapid execution, domain depth with system know-how and creating products from ambiguous and quickly evolving specs are vital skills. Ability to deep-dive and build systems based on latest mobile and Embedded technologies, OS platforms and multiple software domains are critical.

For technical managers/leaders, proven ability to build tablet and phone form factors devices on Windows and/or Android is essential. Excellent understanding and expertise in Windows, especially Windows 8, is critical. S/He should have lead successful teams for at least 6+ years.

QUALIFICATIONS

- 10+ years total related experience
- Exposure to development in Windows environment
- C/C++/C# development experience with deep technical skills in coding and debugging applications or platforms
- Knowledge of Windows Device Driver Architecture, Kernel Hooks and Kernel Debugging
- Experience with Windows Mobile Platform Builder, Visual Studio IDE/WinDBG, Windows Remote tools - Profiler, Explorer, registry edit, profiler
- Experience with JTAG based debug, Flash tools or experience with flashing ROM images
- Strong execution capabilities using Agile software development methodologies

In addition to the core skills the candidate should have strong domain expertise in one or more of the domains mentioned below:

- Kernel and Device Drivers: Experience in Core Windows OS internals, Real Time/Embedded aspects of OS, Device Driver know-how, OS relevant device driver architecture, Board bring up in Windows, Boot loaders, board bring up experience in Windows, System resource management in OS, Kernel Hooks, and Kernel Debugging
- I/O and Connectivity: USB, SD/SDIO, MMC, WLAN, GPS, BT expertise
- Video: Codec knowledge, System expertise of video domain with Middleware and application layers
- Imaging: Imaging Codecs, Camera/Sensor/ISP domain expertise. System level knowledge (Camera driver, codec, Middleware and applications)
- Graphics and Display: Expertise with enabling Graphics HW IP with software layers, knowhow of Windows stacks for Graphics and display (DRM, X), Graphics benchmarking expertise (GLBenchmark etc.)
- Browser: Experience with browser optimization (JavaScript etc.) using hardware IP blocks, running various browser benchmarks and fine tuning
- Cloud Computing: Cloud technology know-how (SaaS) - Ability to integrate and tune different cloud based applications
- Power Management: Measure and optimize system power for various use cases; ability to profile and measure power, define Real Time policies and decisions for system power management
- Sensors: experience with various sensor technologies and algorithms, includes low power sensor hub based development and integration efforts as well as advanced sensing algorithm implementations
- Ex sensors: Touch, Pressure, Gesture, Ambient light, Temperature, Accelerometer, Gyro, Biometric etc.

Estimated length of assignment: 12 months
Number of positions available: 5
Estimated hours per week: 40 standard hours, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Telecommuting: No

Please include a daytime phone number where you can best be reached along with your Resume. Please also include a brief cover letter outlining your experience as related to this job requirement. CompuCom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No 3rd party/recruiters please.