Customer Application Support Engineer

NXP Semiconductors

Customer Application Support Engineer supporting NXP customers with embedded Linux, BSP, drivers, industrial protocols, and secure connectivity. Debugging systems across hardware, kernel, and application layers.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeNoida • 🇮🇳 IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Embedded Linux, driver development, and industrial applications, with a strong focus on debugging, customer support, and collaboration across teams. Proficient in implementing security features and optimizing system performance in embedded environments.

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Embedded Linux DevelopmentDriver DevelopmentYocto Build FrameworkReal-Time Linux (PREEMPT-RT)Linux Security Features

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Hard Skills

Linux BSPKernel DebuggingDevice Driver DevelopmentMiddleware IntegrationIndustrial Communication ProtocolsPerformance TuningSecure Boot ImplementationVulnerability AssessmentContainerization (Docker)CI/CD Tools

Soft Skills

Customer CommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaborationPresentation SkillsMulti-tasking

Tools & Technologies

BuildrootQtGTKTLSSSHIPsec

Industry Keywords

Embedded ApplicationsARM Cortex-AARM Cortex-MIEC 62443Technical Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityDockerLinuxQt

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide frontline technical support for customer issues related to Linux BSP, kernel, bootloaders, and driver integration
Debug real-time issues across hardware, kernel, and applications
Support customers through bring-up, validation, and production phases
Work with Yocto, Buildroot, or similar Linux build frameworks
Customize BSP layers, tune root filesystems, and optimize system boot times
Integrate middleware, libraries, and system components for industrial applications
Develop, modify, and integrate Linux device drivers for GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART, display drivers, and HMI industrial I/O modules
Troubleshoot kernel-level issues and perform patching, backporting, and version upgrades
Support implementation of industrial communication protocols and assist with protocol stack integration and performance optimization
Work with Qt, GTK, or similar GUI frameworks
Enable display drivers, touch interfaces, and input subsystems
Support rendering, performance tuning, and hardware-accelerated graphics
Support secure boot, trusted execution environments, and firmware authenticity
Implement Linux security features, secure key storage, vulnerability assessment, and compliance
Enable secure communication protocols including TLS, SSH, and IPsec
Create application notes, reproducible test cases, and technical guides
Conduct customer trainings and hands-on workshops
Provide technical feedback to product and development teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of hands-on experience in Embedded Linux, driver development, and industrial embedded applications
Practical debugging skills
Strong Linux fundamentals
Experience with Yocto, Buildroot, or similar Linux build frameworks
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics & Communication, Computer Science Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
Strong problem-solving ability and structured debugging approach
Excellent customer communication and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple customer issues simultaneously
Collaborative mindset with cross-functional hardware, software, and QA teams
High ownership and willingness to support field escalations
Experience with real-time Linux (PREEMPT-RT) preferred
Exposure to ARM Cortex-A/Cortex-M based SoCs preferred
Understanding of containerization (Docker) on embedded devices preferred
Experience with CI/CD tools for embedded workflows preferred
Familiarity with cybersecurity standards for industrial systems (IEC 62443) preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Online and offline learning opportunities for core and professional skills
Career development opportunities
Inclusive work environment
Diversity, inclusion and equality programs