Embedded OS Software Engineering Developer (Zephyr RTOS)
IntelUS, Oregon, Hillsboro$150k – $211kPosted 27 March 2026
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Job Description:
The Role and Impact
The Intel Zephyr real-time operating system (RTOS) team in the Software and AI organization is looking for an Operating System Development Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in developing Intel's RTOS, a system designed to consolidate the real-time latency requirements of critical IPs, and optimize firmware performance. Your contributions will have a direct impact on Intel's ability to meet current technological demands while paving the way for future innovation. By collaborating with the open-source community and driving industry standards, you will help shape the next generation of operating systems and development practices. If you enjoy working in fast-paced environments, embracing challenges, and making a tangible difference, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, maintain, test, and optimize operating systems, focusing on hardware abstraction layers, OS services, and user space software subsystems.
- Implement and enhance technologies in areas such as virtualization, containerization, connectivity stacks (Bluetooth, WiFi, GPS), networking routing, power management, and performance optimization.
- Collaborate with open-source communities to align Intel's advancements with industry standards.
- Lead software development processes, including interface definition, CI/CD integration, and robust verification strategies.
- Balance the constraints of embedded control systems while building scalable frameworks for evolving customer needs.
- Influence Intel's development culture by integrating modern software development methodologies and best practices.
Professional Traits:
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
- Disciplined execution in the form of frequent documentation and updates.
- Ability to solve complex problems in a structured and efficient manner.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with 4 years of experience.
The experience must be in/with:
- Operating system internals, debugging tools, and development environments.
- Technical expertise in software architecture and disciplined execution.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3 years with a Master's degree in a related field, or 1 years with a PhD in a related field.
- Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices.
- Experience in providing architectural feedback to optimize software.
- A passion for driving innovation and contributing to groundbreaking technologies.
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Additional Locations:
Business group:
The Software Team drives customer value by enabling differentiated experiences through leadership AI technologies and foundational software stacks, products, and services. The group is responsible for developing the holistic strategy for client and data center software in collaboration with OSVs, ISVs, developers, partners and OEMs. The group delivers specialized NPU IP to enable the AI PC and GPU IP to support all of Intel's market segments. The group also has HW and SW engineering experts responsible for delivering IP, SOCs, runtimes, and platforms to support the CPU and GPU/accelerator roadmap, inclusive of integrated and discrete graphics.
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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