Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Role: Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Location: Fremont, CA

Linkedin: Needed

My Client needs a candidate with strong experience in Linux-based embedded application development, device UI development, and firmware integration who can quickly contribute to our ongoing projects.

Responsibilities

Design and build application-layer software for embedded Linux platforms
Create and maintain on-device user interfaces and end-user workflows
Bridge application code with underlying firmware and hardware subsystems
Build out device-to-cloud connectivity, including telemetry and data pipelines
Engineer robust logging, health monitoring, and failure-recovery systems
Contribute to device orchestration, configuration management, and lifecycle tooling
Diagnose and resolve issues spanning software, firmware, and hardware layers
Partner with cross-functional engineering teams on system architecture and integration
Qualifications

Solid background in embedded Linux systems development
Proficient in C++, Python, or comparable systems-level programming languages
Hands-on experience building application software for physical/hardware devices
Background developing embedded or touchscreen device interfaces
Track record integrating software with firmware or embedded hardware components
Comfortable with Linux internals — services, processes, and system-level debugging
Working knowledge of APIs, networking, and cloud-connected device architectures
Exposure to Qt/QML or similar embedded UI toolkits a plus
Familiarity with serial communication protocols (USB, UART, SPI, I2C)
Experience with AWS or other IoT/cloud-connected architectures a plus
Knowledge of Docker, OTA update mechanisms, or fleet/device management tools preferred
Sharp problem-solving instincts and troubleshooting ability
Self-directed, with the ability to own technical tasks end-to-end
Comfort operating in startup or fast-paced product environments a plus