Shape the Future of Mining with Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions: At Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions, we're not just talking about progress and innovation - we're making it happen. Our cutting-edge Modular brand solutions are powering mines worldwide, driving efficiency and sustainability in ways that seemed impossible just years ago.
The Company
Modular Mining Systems is the global leader in mine management technology and a wholly owned subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd. Our innovative technology powers mine operations in every corner of the globe. The products we cultivate, the solutions we engineer, and the service we deliver set us apart in the Mining Technology industry. We’re more than a company, we’re a community of passionate, creative professionals striving toward a shared vision: to revolutionize the way the mining industry operates. With a presence stretching from Johannesburg to Vancouver, Sydney to Lima, you are part of a global brand that supports creativity, fosters innovation, and encourages you to think big, share ideas, and be yourself.
Job Purpose
This team uses advanced embedded systems knowledge to increase synergies between multi-disciplinary teams in charge of bringing up new application software, hardware and communication products to market.
Our team enables the use of advanced communication, security and edge computing technologies in order to meet the very demanding 24/7 real-time mine environment. Embedded Systems and Communication also provides platform and edge solutions aligned with industry trends for enabling a SoA ecosystem with DevOps principles.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Each day will present you with new challenges and opportunities to test and grow your skills. As a Software Engineer – Embedded in Modular, you will be responsible for the following:
- Participate on a team in charge of enabling “Mining 4.0” with the use of Intellimine Sinergy Solutions
- Understand Modular applications domain and pro-actively interacting with product teams to improve functional and nonfunctional aspects of platform components.
- Research, build and maintain Linux purpose-build distributions for dedicated highly reliable embedded Hardware, based on industry good practices.
- Research, select, design, and maintain DevOps automotive-grade solutions.
- Conduct research, evaluation, proof of concept, design, development and support of products using emerging technologies for communication, security, containers and edge computing.
- Produce and maintain high quality, tested and efficient code, following industry standards.
Required Skills
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent.
- 5+ Years of experience working with Embedded Linux Systems, Device Drivers and Board Support Packages for GNU/Linux and/or Windows based systems.
- Experience with building and customizing Yocto, Debian Linux, buildroot DD-WRT, OpenWRT or similar customizable distributions.
- Excellent coding skills in at least one major programming language, preferably C/C++, Python, Rust or Java.
- Knowledge of GNU/Linux Internals and Kernel Development on x86 and/or arm hardware platforms.
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and attention to details.
- Strong analytical, written, and interpersonal skills.
Desired Skills
- Experience with version control using Git and Azure DevOps Server, as well as branching strategies such as Git Flow.
- Experience with requirements elicitation and system level analysis.
- Strong written and interpersonal skills, ability to effectively interact with local and offshore development teams.
- Core programming knowledge on multi-threading, garbage collector, advanced debugging, and memory profiling.
- Good grasp of testing and debugging techniques for platform code, device drivers and communication protocols.
- Embedded software and firmware development.
- Advanced knowledge on TCP/IP and networking protocols.
- Experience with DevOps, CI/CD practices and Agile development processes.
- Experience with some of the container solutions & frameworks such as Docker, Kubernetes.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.
If you want to learn more about Komatsu, please visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/ .
Company Information
Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!
EEO Statement
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
