Western Digital Hiring for Research Engineer Job at Brisbane Full Time

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Job Description

This research engineer position will initially focus on secure embedded and embedded Operating System (OS) software development. This research and development will be using the memory-safe Rust language as well as other hardware and software features to demonstrate security concise embedded development. There will also be a focus on embedded RISC-V platforms.

An understanding of embedded development and hardware platforms is required. A good command of other programing languages such C and C++ is also mandatory.

Previous Rust or Open Source work experience is also extremley valuable. Familiarity with hardware and storage interfaces specifications, various embedded operating systems (Tock, FreeRTOS, Zephyr) would be very beneficial. A good command of Linux and its environment is necessary.

Development will be both for internal (proprietary) software as well as targeting open-source projects, allowing the candidate to contribute code publicly.

The following tools will be used on a day-to-day basis: QEMU, Git, make and cargo.

As research projects often changes, the candidate must possess or be able to quickly acquire new knowledge and to adapt quickly to new work areas. The position will be fully remote, with team members located all over the world. Proficient English communication skills is required.

Qualifications

Programming language: Rust, C, C++

Tools: QEMU, git, make, cargo

Communication: fluent in English (written and spoken)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.