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SW Developer Zephyr RTOS - Junior
full-timeRožnov pod Radhoštěm, Brno

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Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, Brno

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full-time

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About this role

For our teams in Brno and Roznov p.R.  we are looking for the SW Developer Zephyr RTOS - Junior.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables secure connections for a smarter world, advancing solutions that make lives easier, better, and safer. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is driving innovation in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise, the company has approximately 29,000 employees in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $8.61 billion in 2020.

💡We may have a fantastic OPPORTUNITY for you:

See your knowledge come to life in next generation vehicles, smart homes and cities, future industry facilities and communications.

If you're interested in embedded software development, automotive functional safety, applications development and more - you're THE ONE we may meet in our R&D Centers in  Brno or Roznov.

🚀 Ready to join the future of innovation in our team at NXP?

Make open source your day job. Join NXP and build production‑grade software for Zephyr RTOS running on NXP MCUs (MCX, LPC, Kinetis, i.MX RT). You’ll write real code, upstream features, and collaborate with maintainers across the Zephyr community.

🔍 Responsibilities – What is part of job we do

  • Implement drivers, subsystems, and middleware for Zephyr (device tree, DTS bindings, Kconfig).
  • Bring up boards & SoCs (clock, pinmux, power, boot, memory maps); write samples/tests.
  • Contribute upstream: PRs, reviews, RFCs, and CI fixes.
  • Diagnose low‑level issues with debuggers, traces, logic analyzers.
  • Align NXP roadmap with Zephyr features (security, connectivity, low power).

💻 Technical Knowledge – What You Bring

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

  • Practical experience with embedded programming in C and enthusiasm for working close to hardware.
  • A solid understanding of microcontroller architecture fundamentals.
  • Analytical mindset and reliable debugging skills for embedded targets and low‑level software.
  • Familiarity with standard software development workflows, processes, and best practices.
  • Working knowledge of GIT or other version control tools.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.

It’s a plus if you also have experience with:

  • Zephyr experience (device tree, Kconfig, west).
  • MCU interfaces: SPI, I²C, UART, I²S, SDIO.
  • Experience with MCUXpresso ecosystem.
  • Developing or testing embedded software for microcontrollers.
  • Real‑time operating systems in embedded environments.
  • Scripting languages like Python, and build tools such as make.

🧩 Personal Skills – Who You Are

We’re looking for engineers who combine solid technical foundations with a proactive, ownership‑driven mindset. At this level, you’re comfortable taking responsibility for your work, collaborating with others, and continuously refining your expertise.

We value people who demonstrate:

  • Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills, especially when working with complex or low‑level systems.
  • A structured and reliable work style, with the ability to plan tasks, manage priorities, and deliver on commitments.
  • Clear and open communication, enabling effective collaboration with architects, senior engineers, and cross‑functional teams.
  • A proactive and curious attitude, always looking for ways to improve solutions, processes, or product quality.
  • Ownership and accountability, taking initiative and driving tasks to completion—even when challenges appear along the way.
  • Team spirit, including a willingness to share knowledge, ask questions when needed, and contribute to a positive engineering culture.

In this role, you’ll have space to grow, expand your technical depth, and take increasing ownership of features and system components — all within a supportive engineering environment focused on excellence and collaboration.

🎯 What Can You Expect?

📝 Contract Type
This role is offered as a full‑time position with a permanent contract, providing long‑term stability and room for growth.

📚 Development Opportunities
We believe that growing our people is key to growing our business. That’s why we offer a mix of online and offline learning opportunities to help you sharpen both your technical and soft skills.

📝 Compensation Summary:

Attractive market salary is accompanied by the bonus plan (payment twice a year), long-term incentive plan and dividends processing, opportunity to purchase company shares at a 15% discount, lunch allowance, additional vacation days, sickness support, sick days, weekend bank holiday recovery days, pension and well-being support, flexible work hours, home office, team-buildings, and much more. Salaries are being reviewed each year, and market changes are closely observed.

We believe in providing a holistic and supportive work environment, and we would be happy to share more details during our face-to-face discussions.

🏢 Our Offices
We work in two locations – each with its own vibe:

  • Brno: A modern office with a fresh design, cozy rooms, and an in-house cafeteria.
  • Rožnov: A place with history and heart. A modern office with fresh design, and an in-house cafeteria. We love the relaxed atmosphere of the town and the wide selection of great restaurants, perfect for enjoying lunch with colleagues.

🚀 Hiring Process
Applying is quick and easy – just fill out the online form and upload your CV.
If your profile matches, you’ll have a short phone or video call with our technical team. If successful, you’ll get a chance to ask HR anything you need. We respond fast — unless we’re on vacation 😊.

🌟 And More... Life at NXP
Work is important, but so is everything around it. We start our days with free coffee and friendly chats. You can look forward to fresh fruit days, ice cream breaks, and even bake fairs.
We also organize social events like Christmas parties, family days, and food festivals. Want to give back? Join our charity initiatives and help us make a difference.


What’s next

Candidates are invited to apply on our career page with the resume and motivation letter in English for one or several open jobs at the same time.

The candidate may submit the CV for more than 1 open position.

At the application stage, all candidates should have a valid visa and work permit to work in Czech Republic.

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we kindly invite you to apply!

Please note: The successful candidate may/will be responsible for security related tasks. The assignment may/will be in scope of security certifications, therefore a conscious and reliable way of working is necessary.

More information about NXP in Czech Republic...

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Other facts

Tech stack
Embedded Programming,Microcontroller Architecture,Debugging Skills,Software Development Workflows,Version Control,Zephyr,MCU Interfaces,MCUXpresso,Embedded Software Development,Real-Time Operating Systems,Scripting Languages,Build Tools,Analytical Thinking,Problem-Solving,Communication Skills,Team Spirit

About NXP Semiconductors

We anticipate tomorrow’s needs—navigating a changing world by bringing together technology's brightest minds to build game-changing solutions that propel us forward.
NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communications infrastructure markets. NXP's "Brighter Together" approach combines leading-edge technology with pioneering people to develop system solutions that make the connected world better, safer, and more secure. The company has operations in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $12.61 billion in 2024. Find out more at www.nxp.com.

Career Development Opportunities : Bright Minds. Bright Futures.
We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills.

Commitment At NXP.
We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality.

Privacy Policy: https://www.nxp.com/company/about-nxp/privacy-policy-for-social-media-pages:PRIVACY-POLICY-SOCIAL-MEDIA

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing
Founding Year: 2006

What you'll do

  • Implement drivers, subsystems, and middleware for Zephyr RTOS. Collaborate with the Zephyr community to contribute upstream features and diagnose low-level issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a SW Developer Zephyr RTOS - Junior do at NXP Semiconductors?

As a SW Developer Zephyr RTOS - Junior at NXP Semiconductors, you will: implement drivers, subsystems, and middleware for Zephyr RTOS. Collaborate with the Zephyr community to contribute upstream features and diagnose low-level issues..

Why join NXP Semiconductors as a SW Developer Zephyr RTOS - Junior?

NXP Semiconductors is a leading Semiconductor Manufacturing company.

Is the SW Developer Zephyr RTOS - Junior position at NXP Semiconductors remote?

The SW Developer Zephyr RTOS - Junior position at NXP Semiconductors is based in Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, Central Moravia, Czechia and Brno, Southeast, Czechia. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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