We have 2 clients in MA that have needs for Linux expertise. Both descriptions are below. Please call or email me if you are qualified or have additional questions.
 
Software Tools Engineer (6+ mths; temp to perm possible)
Consultant needed to develop software tools using C++ and Perl scripting  to develop and implement flows for verification infrastructure.  Skills needed are strong software development skills using C++, Perl, Linux, some Web dev't, and SQL databases(MySQL).  Candidate will implement and improve model build, regression and metric measurement tools for unit and full chip level microprocessor verification flows.
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Consultant needed (6+ mths., temp to perm possible) as part of a small team to produce high quality functional specifications, design specifications, product code, unit tests, and build scripts as needed. You must also be able to rapidly and effectively troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve defects in an existing code base. You must be comfortable selecting and maintaining an appropriate focus in your daily work that will range from broad and abstract system architecture issues to detailed and concrete implementation issues.
 
This is a currently a small team so anyone joining will be involved with a number of things.  The main focus will be at the Linux Kernel / Hardware integration layer but you may be involved at multiple levels of the product software and build environment.
 
Responsibilities:
- Provide software support and integration for new hardware features as they get added to the platform
- Provide Linux support to upgrade Linux distribution as well as associated build environment
- Work on low level features such as Software Upgrade
- Instrument code and help analyze resource utilization
- Maintain code repository
- Address operational issues
- Work with team on code releases
 
Requirements
- BS or MS in Computer Science, or equivalent experience
- Either Real-Time OS or DSP experience
- Experience in Linux, C, C++, Perl
- Innovation and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently but to know to get direction when you need it
- Ability to work well with others on a small focused team
- Excellent written and oral skills
- Ability to obtain security clearance
 
 

Regards,
John

John Spencer
(978) 256-1113 ext 7608
jspencer@optimaleng.com


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