Embedded Linux Developer
We're looking for an experienced Embedded Linux Engineer with 37 years of experience to support development and integration of embedded Linux software for IP-based audio systems, speakers, intercom devices, emergency notification systems, and networked embedded endpoints.
This role focuses on Linux application development, platform integration, and support for Yocto/OpenEmbedded-based image builds under the guidance of the Embedded Firmware Lead / Manager and senior engineers.
This position is suited for engineers building a strong foundation in embedded Linux while contributing to real products deployed in industrial and safety-oriented environments.
Key Responsibilities
Embedded Linux Software Development
- Develop and maintain embedded Linux application features in C/C++ for connected devices used in communication and control product lines.
- Support implementation of Linux user-space software involving, configuration handling, service behaviour, logging, diagnostics, basic networking, device interaction
- Assist with software integration into target Linux images and test environments.
Yocto / Build Support
- Assist in Yocto / OpenEmbedded build activities including, image builds, package inclusion, basic recipe updates, troubleshooting of common build issues
- Support software deployment to target hardware and help validate integrated images.
- Work with senior engineers to understand build dependencies, package flows, and release packaging basics.
Debugging & Validation
- Assist with debugging, issue reproduction, smoke testing, and validation on development boards and product prototypes.
- Investigate software issues using, serial console output, logs, shell tools, basic Linux debugging methods
- Support defect fixing and verification in collaboration with senior team members.
Networking & Device Support
- Support software features needed for network-connected embedded products
- Assist with implementation or validation of basic connectivity, telemetry, diagnostics, remote configuration, and software update features
- Work with hardware and QA teams to verify product behaviour on integrated systems
Engineering Process & Collaboration
- Follow coding standards, review feedback, documentation expectations, and version control practices defined by the team.
- Participate in bug fixing, release support, and sustaining activities for shipped products.
- Collaborate with Linux, firmware, hardware, and test engineers in a structured product development environment.
Qualifications
- Experience: 37 years in real-time embedded firmware development (preferably audio systems).
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related.
- Good foundation in C/C++ programming.
- Exposure to Python or Shell scripting is desirable.
- Basic to working knowledge of Linux fundamentals such as, processes, threads, filesystems, command-line tools, networking basics.
- Exposure to embedded Linux development and interest in working on software running on target hardware devices.
- Exposure to Yocto / OpenEmbedded, Linux builds, package management, or cross-compilation.
- Good problem-solving and debugging discipline.
- Ability to learn quickly and work effectively with guidance from senior engineers.
Preferred Experience
- Industry exposure to embedded systems, ARM Linux platforms
- Awareness of Git, issue tracking tools, and software development lifecycle practices.
- Exposure to networked embedded products, audio devices, or IoT/industrial products.
- Familiarity with secure communication basics, OTA concepts, or remote device management.
- Exposure to regulated or quality-sensitive engineering practices is beneficial.
Tech Stack & Tools
- Programming: Embedded C/C++, Python
- Programming: C, C++, basic Python / Shell scripting
- Embedded Linux: Linux user-space basics, command line, logs, services, networking fundamentals
- Build & Distribution: Exposure to Yocto, OpenEmbedded, BitBake, embedded image builds
- Version Control: Git / GitHub
- Debug Tools: serial console, logs, basic GDB exposure, oscilloscope / logic analyser exposure preferred
Core Competencies
- Learning Agility | Linux Foundations | Attention to Detail | Debugging Excellence | Collaboration | Ownership Mindset | Continuous Improvement
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