Embedded Software Engineer (QNX/Linux/Android Automotive)

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group
Portland, Oregon, United StatesFull-timePosted Aug 27, 2026

About the role

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced (QNX/Android Automotive) Embedded Software Engineer with strong expertise in Embedded C++ development, QNX/Linux platform development, and Android Automotive systems. The candidate will be responsible for developing, integrating, and maintaining platform software, middleware, device drivers, and multimedia applications on Qualcomm-based embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain software for QNX, Linux, and Android platforms.

Design and implement platform services, middleware, and embedded applications using C/C++.

Develop and integrate Linux device drivers and hardware interfaces.

Work on Qualcomm Snapdragon-based platforms, including platform bring-up and integration.

Develop Android native and framework-level components.

Support multimedia application and platform development.

Perform debugging, performance optimization, and issue resolution across software and hardware layers.

Collaborate with DevOps, automation, and validation teams for CI/CD integration.

Use Docker and virtualized environments for development and testing.

Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and release activities.

Support adoption of AI-assisted software development practices.

Mandatory Skills

Strong C/C++ programming experience

QNX Platform Development

Linux Platform Development

Android/Android Automotive Development

Qualcomm Snapdragon Platform Experience (8295 preferred)

QNX Hypervisor

Linux Device Driver Development (LDD)

Device Driver Development

Linux Internals

Multimedia Development

Virtualization Technologies

Cross-Platform Software Development

Hardware Interfaces: SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO

Bootloader and Secure Boot

Power Management

GDB, QNX Momentics, ADB, Logcat

Git, GitLab, Docker

CI/CD Integration

Preferred Skills

CTS/VTS execution and debugging

Python scripting

Test automation integration

AI-assisted software development tools

Agile/Scrum, Jira, Confluence

Automotive, Airline, Transportation, or Infotainment domain experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain software for QNX, Linux, and Android platforms
  • Design and implement platform services, middleware, and embedded applications using C/C++
  • Develop and integrate Linux device drivers and hardware interfaces
  • Work on Qualcomm Snapdragon-based platforms, including platform bring-up and integration
  • Develop Android native and framework-level components
  • Support multimedia application and platform development
  • Perform debugging, performance optimization, and issue resolution across software and hardware layers
  • Collaborate with DevOps, automation, and validation teams for CI/CD integration

Qualifications

  • Strong C/C++ programming experience
  • QNX Platform Development
  • Linux Platform Development
  • Android/Android Automotive Development
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon Platform Experience (8295 preferred)
  • QNX Hypervisor
  • Linux Device Driver Development (LDD)
  • Device Driver Development

Skills mentioned

C++CEmbedded SystemsEmbedded Software DevelopmentEmbedded LinuxAndroid DevelopmentDebuggingDockerCI/CDGit

About Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group

Pentangle Tech Services is the fastest-growing Engineering Services Firm. Our Core Services include - ➡️ Recruitment Services ➡️ Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) ➡️ Engineering Training ➡️ Projects Implementation and ➡️ Talent Management to top-tier organizations looking for mid to senior-level professionals. Our global reach and world-class assessment tools enable us to harness the extensive network of trained professionals both locally and globally. Pentangle Tech Services is a talent solution company that focuses on empowering our clients with the best possible talent in a diverse range of industries. As a specialist in recruitment, we know how to find the best people for hard-to-fill roles, and we do it quickly and effectively. Pentangle Tech is also the one-stop solution for various Engineering industries. We offer concepts to commercialization solutions in the field of Automotive, Embedded, and Software Technologies. The dedicated team provides the following solutions: In-Vehicle Infotainment, Active Safety and OTA, Cyber security, Programmable Logic Design and Board Design, Application Software Development with complete product life cycle development and more. Pentangle Tech helps clients to increase efficiency, improve quality management and train a qualified servicing team. The Center has so far signed several training agreements with reputed automotive OEMs. Contact us today to resolve your automotive needs and to jumpstart your journey with our unparalleled recruitment services.

Engineering Services51-200 employeesFarmington Hills, MI