Embedded Software Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Embedded C++ & Linux Engineer to design, develop, and maintain software for embedded systems running on Linux platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in C++ programming, Linux internals, and low-level system development, along with experience in hardware-software integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software using C++ for Linux-based systems
• Work on device drivers, middleware, and application layers
• Develop and optimize system-level software for performance and memory efficiency
• Interface with hardware components (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, GPIO, etc.)
• Debug and troubleshoot embedded systems using tools like GDB, Valgrind, and logic analyzers
• Customize and configure Linux kernel and device tree
• Develop and maintain build systems (Yocto, Buildroot, Make, CMake)
• Implement multithreading and IPC mechanisms (pthreads, sockets, shared memory)
• Participate in code reviews and ensure compliance with coding standards
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and QA teams

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in C++ (C++11/14/17 preferred)
• Good understanding of Embedded Systems concepts
• Experience with Linux system programming
• Knowledge of Linux kernel, device drivers, and boot process
• Experience with POSIX APIs and multithreading
• Understanding of memory management and performance optimization
• Familiarity with cross-compilation and toolchains
• Strong debugging skills (GDB, strace, etc.)
• Experience with version control systems (Git)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Yocto / Buildroot
• Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, MQTT, etc.)
• Experience with RTOS (FreeRTOS, QNX, etc.)
• Familiarity with ARM architecture
• Experience in automotive, IoT, or industrial systems
• Understanding of secure boot and embedded security

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development (Adjust as needed for Junior/Senior roles)