Embedded Linux Developer

Location: Chennai, India

Department: Electricals & Electronics

Experience: 2 - 4

Role Overview:

What You’ll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux systems and distributions using the Yocto Project (including build systems, recipes, and layers). 
• Develop, debug, and optimize Linux kernel drivers for new hardware components and devices; perform kernel-level integration and device bring-up. 
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and application teams to define requirements and integrate Linux-based solutions into products. 
• Troubleshoot complex system issues (boot, performance, memory, and reliability) using tools like JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, and network sniffers. 
• Manage and optimize the build process using Yocto; maintain custom layers, recipes, and documentation for reproducible builds. 
• Participate in code reviews and design reviews, and contribute to an Agile development process with continuous integration and automated testing. 
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices in embedded Linux development. 

What You’ll Do:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 
• Proven experience (2+ years) in embedded Linux development, with extensive hands-on use of the Yocto Project to build and customize Linux distributions. 
• Strong proficiency in C (and C++) programming, especially for low-level and kernel-space code. 
• Demonstrated experience writing and maintaining Linux kernel drivers and modules. 
• Solid understanding of hardware-software integration, device trees, and board support packages (BSP). 
• Experience with cross-compilation toolchains, version control (Git), and automated build systems. 
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills on embedded platforms. 
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

• Experience with ARM (e.g., Cortex-A/R) or other embedded architectures. 
• Familiarity with additional open-source tools and frameworks (e.g., Buildroot, Jenkins, Docker, Robot Framework). 
• Contributions to open-source projects or community engagement (e.g., patches to Yocto or the Linux kernel). 
• Experience with real-time operating system concepts or virtualization on embedded devices. 
• Knowledge of networking, security, or other specialized domains relevant to embedded products. 
• Advanced scripting abilities (Python, Bash) for automation and testing. 

• Hands-on experience in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the industry.
• Opportunity to work on real-world projects that impact our brand.
• A collaborative and fun work environment where every day brings a new challenge.