Software Engineer Linux

Our very high-visibility client is seeking a Software Engineer to assist the team building gateways for clients in cable/IPTV service provider market segments and enabling Independent Software Vendor (ISV) applications on client platforms. Team is responsible for working closely with the service provider and OEM customers and software engineers from the ISV to help them design, port and integrate their applications. Team is also engaged with internal core software and hardware groups to ensure that the client solutions meet customer requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE:

- Identifying and debugging video/audio/graphics integration issues with drivers and the rest of the software stacks
- Creating and performing high level acceptance testing on software releases from service providers, OEMs and ISVs
- Setting up software development environments like installing/rebuilding SDKs from ISVs on top of client software stack
- Working with hardware reference platforms, AV streamers, and test equipment
- Documentation including release notes, customer communications, design collaterals

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5+ years of related software design experience
- Linux, C/C++
- Familiarity with STB hardware and software strongly preferred
- Knowledge of audio/video codecs like H.264, AC3 etc.
- Ability to use debug and profiling tools
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, and interruption-driven environment
- Ability to look at code, understand it, and possibly modify/enhance it

NICE TO HAVE:

- Knowledge of DirectFB, OpenGL, PCie, Security
- Experience with transcoding and/or 3D Video a plus
- Good communication and interpersonal skills

Estimated length of assignment: 26 weeks
Number of positions available: 1
Estimated hours per week: 40 standard hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Overtime not permitted without preapproval
% of travel required: 0
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.