Embedded Linux Engineer
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About the Role: Are you passionate about Linux systems and excited to work on cutting-edge IoT solutions? Join our growing team as an Embedded Linux Engineer and play a key role in designing and building the software platforms that power next-generation connected devices.
About the Role:
Are you passionate about Linux systems and excited to work on cutting-edge IoT solutions? Join our growing team as an Embedded Linux Engineer and play a key role in designing and building the software platforms that power next-generation connected devices.
You will work on state-of-the-art IoT products, helping shape innovative solutions from concept to mass production. Our projects span various industries - combining embedded Linux intelligence with wireless connectivity, cloud integration, and real-time data processing. You'll collaborate with a team of experienced engineers, working hands-on with modern SoCs, communication protocols, and Linux-based platforms to bring smart, connected systems to life.
What You’ll Do:
- Build and maintain custom Linux distributions using Buildroot and/or Yocto Project
- Develop, debug, and optimize application-level software in C/C++, Rust and Python for Linux-based embedded platforms
- Design and implement networking stacks and protocols (TCP/IP, MQTT, CoAP, REST, VPN, routing)
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to bring up new boards and integrate custom device drivers
- Write and maintain kernel modules and device drivers for custom peripherals
- Configure and harden Linux systems for production deployments
- Contribute to system architecture decisions and documentation
- Use version control and DevOps tools for efficient software delivery
- Create test cases and perform device verification
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including code reviews and best practices
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong passion for embedded systems, Linux, and IoT
- At least 3 years of professional experience in embedded Linux development
- Solid hands-on experience with Buildroot and/or Yocto Project
- Strong understanding of C or C++ programming
- Good understanding of Linux internals: kernel, init systems, device tree, drivers
- Solid grasp of networking concepts: TCP/IP stack, routing, firewalls, VPN, network interfaces
- Experience with network protocols relevant to IoT: MQTT, CoAP, REST, TLS
- Familiarity with cross-compilation toolchains and debugging in embedded Linux environments
- Good communication skills and fluency in English
- Good client communication and presentation skills
Nice to Have (Bonus Points):
- Experience with containerization on embedded platforms (Docker, podman)
- Familiarity with OTA update mechanisms (SWUpdate, Mender, RAUC)
- Background in bare-metal or RTOS development (FreeRTOS, Zephyr OS)
- Experience with cloud integration and IoT platforms (AWS IoT, Azure IoT)
- Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, and tooling
- Hands-on experience developing products from prototype to mass production
- Background in leading software projects or mentoring junior developers
- Familiarity with static code analysis tools and embedded test frameworks
- Experience with security hardening of Linux-based embedded systems
What's in it for you:
- Highly competitive salary
- An opportunity to work on cutting-edge designs for a wide range of industries
- Education through seminars, webinars, fairs, and literature
- Paid additional health insurance (Annual general medical examination included)
- Free parking space
- Paid sick leave
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- May 11, 2026
- First seen
- May 11, 2026
- Last seen
- May 14, 2026
Posting Health
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- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 52%
- Scored at
- May 11, 2026
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