PpThe Chips-IT Foundation is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support the development and integration of embedded software and modeling frameworks for advanced System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms. The role focuses on system-level modeling, operating system integration (including real-time OS), deployment of AI workloads, and development of parallel programming frameworks for multi-core architectures. The position involves working closely with hardware, verification, and application teams to enable full-stack software support for novel SoC designs. The work can be carried out either in Pavia or in Bologna. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liDevelop and maintain software models and simulation environments for pre-silicon SoC validation. /li liPort and configure operating systems (Linux, RTOS) on custom SoC platforms. /li liDesign and implement runtime components for task scheduling, memory management, and inter-core communication. /li liIntegrate and optimize deployment flows for neural network inference on custom SoC targets. /li liSupport multi-core programming using frameworks such as OpenMP or MPI. /li liCollaborate with hardware teams to define software/hardware interfaces, drivers, and bootloaders. /li liAssist with the bring-up of FPGA-based and silicon prototypes. /li liContribute to automated build, test, and integration flows for embedded software stacks. /li /ul h3Required Qualifications /h3 ul liMaster’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. /li liAt least 5 years of experience in embedded software development or SoC modeling. /li liSolid knowledge of C/C++ programming, software architecture, and performance optimization. /li liExperience with operating systems, including Linux kernel and real-time OS (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr). /li liHands-on experience with multi-core programming (e.g., OpenMP, pthreads). /li liExperience deploying neural networks using frameworks such as TensorFlow Lite, ONNX Runtime, or TVM. /li liKnowledge of SystemC, QEMU, or similar modeling tools is a strong plus. /li liFamiliarity with toolchains for RISC-V or ARM-based embedded platforms. /li /ul h3What we offer /h3 ul liCompetitive compensation and contract type, to be negotiated based on qualifications and experience /li liLunch tickets /li liPrivate health care coverage depending on your role and contract /li liStructured growth path, with ongoing access to training and updates /li liNetworking opportunities with industry-leading professionals /li liInternational environment /li liTax deductions: Candidates from abroad, comprising Italian citizens, who have carried scientific research activity abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a taxable income deduction up to 90% for a period of 6 to 13 years /li /ul pThe Foundation “Italian Center for the Design of Semiconductor Integrated Circuits,” also known as the Chips-IT Foundation, is a nonprofit research and technology organization under the supervision of the Ministries of Industry. /p pThe Foundation is Italy's first RTO (Research and Technology Organization) vertically focused on semiconductor research and stands as a center of excellence in frontier research on semiconductor design, as well as a pivotal center of the Italian semiconductor ecosystem and expertise. /p h3Missions of the Foundation /h3 ul lipromote the design and development of integrated circuits /li listrengthen the system of professional training in the field of microelectronics /li liensure the establishment of a network of universities, research centers and enterprises that fosters innovation and technology transfer in the field /li /ul h3Disclaimer /h3 pNo ranking list or list of suitable candidates will be prepared and published. /p pThe Foundation reserves the right to: /p ul lia. extend or reopen the deadline of this notice; /li lib. revoke this notice; /li lic. not make any selection from among the applications submitted if they are deemed not to meet the functions set forth in the notice; /li /ul pwithout any claims or rights being asserted by the interested parties. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr