Software Engineer (Tools)

As a Software Engineer (Tools), your main responsibilities will include porting GNU and LLVM toolchains and debuggers to our LynxOS-178 operating system. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop debugging tools while contributing to the evolution of our tools ecosystem, ensuring that all software tools meet stringent reliability and performance standards.

To apply for the Software Engineer (Tools) position, candidates should ideally have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A strong proficiency in C and a basic understanding of C++, along with experience in Linux and git, are essential. Experience with GNU tools and embedded systems is also beneficial but not mandatory as we are keen on mentoring the right candidates.

Yes, remote work is an option for the Software Engineer (Tools) position. Our company encourages a flexible work environment that allows you to work from home, with occasional visits required to our headquarters in San Jose, CA. We believe in balancing effective teamwork with the flexibility of remote work.

A Software Engineer (Tools) can expect to receive comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additionally, we offer a matching 401k plan, flexible work-from-home options, and opportunities for career growth and development, ensuring that you have the support you need to thrive in your career.

As a Software Engineer (Tools), you will work with tools and technologies including the GNU gcc toolchain, gdb debugger, LLVM toolchain, LLDB debugger, and potentially programming in languages like Python and Rust. You'll also interact with build systems like CMake, autoconf, and make during your projects, promoting a rich area of expertise.

When addressing your experience with compilers and debuggers, focus on specific projects where you've utilized these technologies. Discuss how you adapted third-party toolchains to fit your environment or contributed to debugging efforts in significant projects, showing your understanding of their importance in software quality.

In your response, highlight systematic approaches to debugging, such as using version control to track changes, creating unit tests, and employing logs to capture errors. Mention tools you have experience with and how they optimize the debugging process, emphasizing your proactive efforts in improving tool reliability.

Discuss your routine interactions with Linux environments, emphasizing your comfort with command-line tools, scripting, and how you use Git for version control. Relate specific incidents where your familiarity with Linux positively impacted your project outcomes.

Talk about the methods you employ to keep abreast of technological advancements. These could include following relevant industry news, participating in online forums, attending conferences or webinars, and continuously pursuing professional development through courses or certifications.

Express an understanding that not all projects progress as planned and the importance of communication and flexibility. Discuss potential strategies to evaluate the delay's reasons, seek collaborative input to troubleshoot, and recalibrate timelines while ensuring stakeholders are informed.

Provide an example that showcases your teamwork skills. Outline a specific project where you collaborated with other teams, discuss the challenges faced, and highlight how you communicated effectively to achieve shared goals, emphasizing your role in facilitating these collaborations.

Explain the function of a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) in managing hardware resources and ensuring timely task execution. Discuss its critical importance in aerospace systems where reliability and timeliness are paramount, supporting the complexity of control systems like those in the F-35 and V-280.

Outline a structured approach to learning new programming languages or technologies, such as setting specific goals, using online resources, and leveraging community forums for support. Emphasize your adaptability and enthusiasm for acquiring new skills, particularly in reference to relevant tools for this position.

When discussing your experience with build systems, detail specific projects where you utilized Make or CMake. Describe how you set up build environments, managed dependencies, and resolved build issues, showcasing your problem-solving skills and technical proficiency in these tools.

Express your passion for aerospace technology and how it drives your desire to contribute to innovative solutions. Cite specific aspects of our company's projects and goals that align with your professional interests, highlighting your eagerness to be part of a team that impacts critical systems.