Software Engineer - Embedded Linux and Yocto Development

Company: Olenick
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Software Engineer - Embedded Linux and Yocto Development
Company: Qualitest Group
Country/Region: US
Are you interested in working with the World's leading AI-powered Quality Engineering Company? Ready to advance your career, team up with global thought leaders across industries and make a difference every day? Join us at Qualitest!
We are looking for a Software Engineer - Embedded Linux and Yocto Development to join our growing team in Indianola, PA United States!
Job Responsibilities:

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• Use the Yocto Project to configure, customize, and build Linux distributions for embedded systems.
  
• Develop, modify, and maintain Linux kernel drivers using C.
  
• Create, optimize, and maintain robust and efficient applications for embedded Linux using C++.
  
• Integrate third-party libraries, tools, and drivers into custom Linux distributions.
  
• Ensure the safety, performance, and reliability of embedded systems.
  
• Debug, test, and validate software on target hardware platforms.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement software solutions.
  
  Required Qualifications:
  
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  • Educational Background: Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
    
  • Technical Expertise: Strong experience with the Yocto Project, including writing recipes, layers, and customizing images.
    
  • Proficiency in C for developing Linux kernel drivers.
    
  • Advanced programming skills in C++ (C++11 or later preferred) for application development.
    
  • Embedded Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with ARM or other embedded architectures.
    
  • Experience with debugging tools and methods for embedded systems (e.g., GDB, JTAG, oscilloscope).
    
  • Hands-on experience with building, configuring, and customizing the Linux kernel.
    
  • Familiarity with tools like menuconfig, make, and kernel patches.
    
  • Knowledge of device trees and hardware abstraction layers.
    
  • Performance and Safety: Strong understanding of real-time constraints and safety-critical development practices.
    
  • Ability to write thread-safe and high-performance code for embedded systems.
    
  • Version Control: Proficiency with Git for version control and collaborative development.
    
  • Communication and Collaboration: Ability to write clear technical documentation, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong problem-solving skills.
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
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    • Familiarity with open-source development and contributions.
      
    • Knowledge of networking protocols and related debugging (TCP/IP, CAN, UART, SPI, etc.).
      
    • Experience with automated build systems and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).
      
    • Familiarity with cross-compilation and debugging on resource-constrained hardware.
      
      Must Have:
      
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      • Strong experience with the Yocto Project, including writing recipes, layers, and customizing images.
        
      • Proficiency in C for developing Linux kernel drivers.
        
      • Advanced programming skills in C++ (C++11 or later preferred) for application development.
        
        Nice to Have:
        
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        • Hands-on experience with building, configuring, and customizing the Linux kernel.
          
          Benefits:
          
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          • Be a part of a company that supports diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
            
          • Clear view of your career and progression with the company.
            
          • Flexible and casual culture with opportunities for employee engagement.
            
          • Competitive healthcare benefits and HSA matching.
            
          • Learning & Development platform with numerous courses and programs.
            
          • Corporate Wellness Program with gym membership coverage.
            
          • Bonuses via Client and Employee Referral Programs.
            
          • Recognition of employees' work through the Qudos platform.
            
          • Access to employee perks for discounts on various services.
            
          • Competitive pay, with a salary range of $80,000 - $95,000.
            
            If you like what you have read, send us your resume and let's start talking!
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