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Senior Linux Engineer

  • Washington, Bellevue

  • 09/10/2026

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • JOB SUMMARY
    The Embedded Linux Engineer will be responsible for developing, porting, validating, and supporting embedded Linux platforms across Intel/x86-based hardware environments. This role focuses on system bring-up, Linux kernel and device driver development, platform migration, bootloader customization, and embedded system validation. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on experience with embedded Linux distributions, hardware-software integration, and system-level troubleshooting while contributing to the delivery of reliable and scalable edge computing solutions.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Develop, customize, and maintain embedded Linux platforms and system software.
    • Perform Linux kernel configuration, development, debugging, and optimization activities.
    • Design, develop, and support Linux device drivers for embedded hardware platforms.
    • Configure and customize bootloaders to support target hardware requirements.
    • Execute system bring-up activities for new embedded hardware platforms.
    • Support platform migration, operating system upgrades, and Linux porting initiatives.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve low-level hardware, kernel, driver, and boot-related issues.
    • Work with Intel/x86-based embedded systems to support product development and deployment.
    • Build, customize, and maintain embedded Linux distributions using Ubuntu, Yocto, or similar frameworks.
    • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, software, QA, and product engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
    • Develop and execute system validation plans to ensure product quality, functionality, reliability, and performance.
    • Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, validation reports, and troubleshooting guides.
    • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities for system-level issues.
    • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to embedded system architecture, performance, security, and maintainability.
    • Assist with deployment, production support, and lifecycle maintenance activities for embedded platforms.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related technical field.
    • Strong hands-on experience with Embedded Linux development.
    • Experience working with:
    o Linux Kernel Development
    o Linux Device Drivers
    o Bootloaders
    • Experience performing system bring-up, platform migration, and operating system porting activities.
    • Hands-on experience with embedded Linux distributions such as:
    o Ubuntu
    o Yocto
    o Similar Embedded Linux Platforms
    • Experience supporting Intel/x86-based embedded systems.
    • Strong understanding of embedded operating systems, hardware-software interaction, and system architecture.
    • Experience developing test plans, executing validation activities, and verifying embedded system functionality.
    • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills at the kernel, driver, and platform levels.
    • Experience working in embedded software development environments.
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience with AWS IoT services and cloud-connected embedded systems.
    • Experience supporting edge computing platforms and distributed device ecosystems.
    • Experience implementing or maintaining Over-the-Air (OTA) software update solutions.
    • Familiarity with FleetEdge or similar edge computing frameworks.
    • Experience working with IoT device management and remote monitoring platforms.
    • Knowledge of embedded security, secure boot, and software lifecycle management.
    • Experience developing automation scripts and deployment tools.
    • Familiarity with containerization technologies and edge deployment architectures.
    • Experience with Agile software development methodologies.

    CERTIFICATIONS

    • Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE) preferred.
    • Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) preferred.
    • Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) preferred.
    • AWS Certified Developer – Associate (preferred).
    • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (preferred).
    • Embedded Linux or Yocto-related certifications are a plus.

    TECHNICAL SKILLS

    • Embedded Linux
    • Linux Kernel Development
    • Device Driver Development
    • Bootloaders
    • System Bring-Up
    • Platform Porting
    • Platform Migration
    • Ubuntu Linux
    • Yocto Project
    • Intel/x86 Architecture
    • Embedded Systems Validation
    • Hardware Debugging
    • System Integration
    • Root Cause Analysis
    • Performance Optimization
    • Embedded System Testing

    NICE TO HAVE SKILLS

    • AWS
    • AWS IoT
    • Edge Computing Platforms
    • FleetEdge
    • OTA Updates
    • IoT Device Management
    • Edge Device Frameworks
    • Cloud-Connected Embedded Systems

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