Light & Wonder
Gaming:
Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe. Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled C/C++ Software Engineer with 2+ years of experience in embedded systems, particularly with ARM-based platforms. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with Linux Kernel, Device Drivers, Bootloaders, Linux Embedded Distributions (like Yocto, BuildRoot, Armbian), and Firmware Development. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software for embedded systems, with a primary focus on ARM-based shuffling devices.
As a key member of the engineering team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and other engineers, to deliver innovative technical solutions for complex business challenges. Essential Job Functions: Understand embedded system architectures and select appropriate hardware and software components
Proficiency in C/C++ for low-level programming and system-level tasks
Develop, configure, and maintain bootloaders, Linux Kernel, and device drivers for ARM-based embedded systems
Work with Linux distributions such as Yocto, Armbian, BuildRoot, OpenEmbedded to create customized embedded Linux distributions for LnW embedded shuffler platforms
Develop and maintain Linux kernel modules and device drivers for various hardware components
Integrate and optimize firmware for microcontrollers and embedded devices
Perform debugging and troubleshooting on embedded systems, including hardware-software interactions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality across platforms
Contribute to the software lifecycle management from design through testing and deployment
Stay updated with the latest advancements in embedded systems, Linux kernel, and boot-loader technologies
Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of software and system designs
Qualifications
Required experience and skills: 2+ years of experience in embedded systems software development with proficiency in C/C++ programming language
Strong proficiency in Linux development, including kernel, modules, and device drivers
Experience with U-Boot bootloader customization and configuration
Knowledge of ARM architecture and cross-compilation toolchains.
Experience with debugging and troubleshooting embedded systems using tools like JTAG, serial consoles, and GDB
Strong understanding of hardware/software interaction and low-level programming
Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code
Familiarity with version control and collaboration tools such as Perforce, Jira, Swarm, and Git
Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to debugging and optimization
Nice to have: Familiarity with RTOS concepts and their interaction with Linux is a plus
Experience in C# is a plus
Experience with other bootloaders and firmware frameworks
Knowledge of FreeRTOS for microcontrollers
Experience with automation tools for building systems and CI/CD pipelines
Understanding of security mechanisms in embedded systems
Familiarity with microcontroller programming and firmware development
Familiarity with Linux Embedded Distributions (Yocto, Armbian, BuildRoot, OpenEmbedded) for building customized embedded Linux distributions
Experience with control systems, sensors, actuators, and communication protocols (e.g., UART, RS-232, RS-485, USB, SPI, I2C, TCP/IP)
Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Master's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) is a plus
Note:
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.
Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe. Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled C/C++ Software Engineer with 2+ years of experience in embedded systems, particularly with ARM-based platforms. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with Linux Kernel, Device Drivers, Bootloaders, Linux Embedded Distributions (like Yocto, BuildRoot, Armbian), and Firmware Development. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software for embedded systems, with a primary focus on ARM-based shuffling devices.
As a key member of the engineering team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and other engineers, to deliver innovative technical solutions for complex business challenges. Essential Job Functions: Understand embedded system architectures and select appropriate hardware and software components
Proficiency in C/C++ for low-level programming and system-level tasks
Develop, configure, and maintain bootloaders, Linux Kernel, and device drivers for ARM-based embedded systems
Work with Linux distributions such as Yocto, Armbian, BuildRoot, OpenEmbedded to create customized embedded Linux distributions for LnW embedded shuffler platforms
Develop and maintain Linux kernel modules and device drivers for various hardware components
Integrate and optimize firmware for microcontrollers and embedded devices
Perform debugging and troubleshooting on embedded systems, including hardware-software interactions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality across platforms
Contribute to the software lifecycle management from design through testing and deployment
Stay updated with the latest advancements in embedded systems, Linux kernel, and boot-loader technologies
Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of software and system designs
Qualifications
Required experience and skills: 2+ years of experience in embedded systems software development with proficiency in C/C++ programming language
Strong proficiency in Linux development, including kernel, modules, and device drivers
Experience with U-Boot bootloader customization and configuration
Knowledge of ARM architecture and cross-compilation toolchains.
Experience with debugging and troubleshooting embedded systems using tools like JTAG, serial consoles, and GDB
Strong understanding of hardware/software interaction and low-level programming
Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code
Familiarity with version control and collaboration tools such as Perforce, Jira, Swarm, and Git
Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to debugging and optimization
Nice to have: Familiarity with RTOS concepts and their interaction with Linux is a plus
Experience in C# is a plus
Experience with other bootloaders and firmware frameworks
Knowledge of FreeRTOS for microcontrollers
Experience with automation tools for building systems and CI/CD pipelines
Understanding of security mechanisms in embedded systems
Familiarity with microcontroller programming and firmware development
Familiarity with Linux Embedded Distributions (Yocto, Armbian, BuildRoot, OpenEmbedded) for building customized embedded Linux distributions
Experience with control systems, sensors, actuators, and communication protocols (e.g., UART, RS-232, RS-485, USB, SPI, I2C, TCP/IP)
Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Master's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) is a plus
Note:
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.