Senior C/C++ Software Engineer

About Bosch Engineering Center Cluj

Since its establishment in 2013, Bosch Engineering Center Cluj plays an essential role in the current transformation of the mobility sector. Through its extensive expertise in software, hardware & mechanical engineering, reliability engineering, as well as sales planning, the center contributes to the development of innovative products and services based on artificial intelligence (AI) applied in the fields of automated driving, electric and connected mobility. Thanks to the diverse professional and personal development opportunities, flexible working conditions, modern offices and laboratories in Cluj-Napoca, Jucu, Bucharest and Sibiu, we are one of the most desired employers among engineers and IT professionals in Romania.

Our promise to our colleagues is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and inspire each other. Join us and see the difference.

Work

As a Senior C/C++ Software Engineer, you will play a fundamental role in architecting and implementing the interaction between hardware and software across our Android and Linux (Linux kernel, Device Drivers) platform.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing, and optimizing device drivers in C for the Linux kernel, ensuring robust and performant integration with hardware.
• Implementing software modules in C++ that bridge low-level drivers with the Android application stack, contributing to system performance and stability.
• Actively contributing to the upstream process of developed drivers into the main Linux kernel, ensuring compliance with community standards and best practices.
• Comprehensive setup of development environments (hardware and software toolchains) for new projects and platforms.
• Collaborating closely with DevOps engineers to develop and implement automated testing pipelines, ensuring software quality and reliability.
• Sharing your expertise in C/C++ and Linux drivers, while having the opportunity and support to develop your skills in Android development.
  
  

• Several years of relevant experience in C/C++ software development on embedded systems;
• Strong expertise in C/C++;
• Exceptional analytical and debugging skills for complex hardware-software system-level issues;
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and lead projects;
• A strong motivation to expand your knowledge and specialize in Android and Linux Kernel development;

Nice to have:

• Practical experience with general Linux environments, system configuration and scripting;
• Familiarity with Android architecture, Android Open Source Project (AOSP), or prior experience in Android development (Java/Kotlin or NDK);
• Experience with bare-metal programming, understanding of microcontroller/microprocessor architectures;
• Experience with MTK SCP or Qualcomm SLIP platforms is a significant advantage;
• Familiarity with version control tools (Git), build systems (CMake, Make), debugging (GDB), and profiling.
  
  

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus system
• Home office possibility & flexible working time
• Flexible benefits & services (such as lunch discounts, sport discounts, medical services etc.)
• Recreational areas (library, games)
• 25 vacation days from the start
• An innovative environment within a young team