Software Engineer

BCForward is currently seeking a highly motivated Software Development Engineer 3 opportunity with our client.

Title: Software Development Engineer 3

Location: HILLSBORO- Oregon - 3 days onsite

Duration: 2 months (Possibility of Extension) contract intended to be extended quarterly for a maximum of 18 months

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 2 Months – Extension upto 18 months

Job Type: [Fulltime] (40 Hrs. Weekly)], [Contract], [Onsite/Hybrid]

Pay Range: $60/hr to $65/hr on W2

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Typical Day in the Role

• Purpose of the Team: The team is responsible for developing a Linux based validation operating system used to validate Microsoft’s Cobalt SoC compute products for Azure platforms.

• Key projects: This role will contribute to supporting the release and validation of next generation Cobalt SoC products

Candidate Requirements

• Disqualifiers: Candidates with no relevant Linux experience within the last 5 years will not be eligible for the role.

• Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain experience as an open source contributor; Experience contributing to Linux open source / upstreaming

Summary:

The main function of a software engineer is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work. A typical software engineer researches, designs, develops and tests operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing applications.

Job Responsibilities:

• Modify existing databases and database management systems.

• Write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system or direct others in coding descriptions.

• Work as part of a project team to coordinate database development and determine project scope and limitations.

• Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.

• Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.

• Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery.

• Ability to troubleshoot issues and make system changes as needed to resolve issue.

• Knowledge of computer hardware and software.

• Knowledge of computer development software as it relates to systems, such as SQL, VisualBasic, etc.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field required.

• 5-7 years experience required.

Top 3 Must-Have HARD Skills & years of experience for each:

• Strong experience in Linux kernel development and device driver programming (C, C ) - 5 yrs

• Deep understanding of operating system internals, hardware-software interaction, and low-level debugging - 5 yrs

• Proficiency with kernel build systems, version control (git), and open-source workflows - 5 yrs

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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