Linux Developer

Job Description: Embedded Linux Developer

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Linux Developer with 3–5 years of hands-on experience in embedded systems, Linux kernel, and driver/application development. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in low-level programming, board bring-up, and system integration for embedded platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software for custom hardware platforms.
• Work on Linux kernel, device drivers, and BSP (Board Support Package) customization.
• Perform board bring-up, bootloader configuration (U-Boot/UEFI), and system initialization.
• Develop and optimize applications running on embedded Linux systems (C/C++/Python).
• Configure and integrate Yocto/Buildroot or other Linux build systems.
• Debug issues at kernel, driver, and application levels using tools such as GDB, strace, perf, JTAG.
• Collaborate with hardware, QA, and system engineering teams to deliver robust embedded solutions.
• Ensure code quality through unit tests, code reviews, and documentation.
• Work on performance optimization, security hardening, and power management.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in embedded Linux development.
• Strong proficiency in C, C++, and optional scripting languages (Python, Bash).
• Experience with Linux kernel, device driver development, and debugging.
• Hands-on experience with bootloaders (U-Boot), Yocto/Buildroot, and cross-compilation.
• Familiarity with hardware interfaces like I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, PCIe, USB, Ethernet.
• Strong debugging skills with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG probes.
• Experience with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development practices.

Good to Have (Optional / Preferred Skills)

• Experience with RTOS alongside Linux in heterogeneous systems.
• Knowledge of networking protocols (HTTPs,TCP/IP, MQTT, CANopen, Modbus).
• Exposure to security (secure boot, encryption, TPM).
• Familiarity with cloud-connected embedded devices (IoT platforms).
• Prior experience in automotive, telecom, or industrial embedded systems.

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics / EnTC / Computer Science