Customer Application Support Engineer

NXP Semiconductors

2 - 5 years

Mangalore

Posted: 28/04/2026

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Job Description

We are looking for a Customer Application Support Engineer with 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in Embedded Linux, driver development, and industrial embedded applications.

The ideal candidate has practical debugging skills, strong Linux fundamentals, experience with Yocto/Buildroot, and the ability to work directly with customers to resolve technical issues and accelerate product development..

1. Customer Support & Issue Resolution

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.

2. Linux Build Systems & BSP Development

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.

3. Driver Development & HAL Integration

Develop, modify, and integrate Linux device drivers for peripherals such as:
- GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART
- display drivers for HMI
- industrial I/O modules
Troubleshoot kernel-level issues and perform patching, backporting, and version upgrades.

4. Industrial Protocols & Connectivity

Support implementation of industrial communication protocols such as:
- Modbus, CAN/CANopen, Profibus, Profinet, EtherCAT, OPC‑UA
Assist customers with protocol stack integration and performance optimization.

5. HMI & UI System Integration

Work with GUI frameworks such as Qt, GTK, or similar.
Enable display drivers, touch interfaces, and input subsystems.
Support rendering, performance tuning, and hardware-accelerated graphics.

6. Security & System Hardening

Support secure boot, trusted execution environments, and firmware authenticity.
Implement Linux security features:
- SSecure Key storage
- Vulnerability assessment & compliance
Enable secure communication protocols (TLS, SSH, IPsec).

7. Documentation & Training

Create application notes, reproducible test cases, and technical guides.
Conduct customer trainings and hands‑on workshops.
Provide technical feedback to product and development teams.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in
- Electronics & Communication (ECE)
- Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
- Electrical Engineering (EE/EEE)

Soft Skills

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.

Preferred (Nice to Have)

Experience with real-time Linux (PREEMPT‑RT).
Exposure to ARM Cortex‑A/Cortex‑M based SoCs.
Understanding of containerization (Docker) on embedded devices.
Experience with CI/CD tools for embedded workflows.
Familiarity with cybersecurity standards for industrial systems (IEC 62443).

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About Company

NXP Semiconductors is a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands. The company specializes in developing secure, connected solutions for embedded systems, powering applications in automotive, industrial, mobile, and IoT markets. NXP is particularly known for its innovations in automotive electronics, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), secure vehicle access, and in-vehicle networking. Its portfolio also includes microcontrollers, sensors, and wireless connectivity products. With a focus on enabling smarter, safer, and more sustainable technologies, NXP is a trusted partner in advancing the future of connected devices.