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Embedded Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Bristol, RI · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Embedded Firmware Engineer (Mid-Level) Company: Vatn Systems Location ... Develop system-level software and services in Go , C , and C++ on embedded Linux boards. * Bring up ...

Senior Firmware Engineer

Richardson, TX

$108K - $143K/yr

This role will be responsible for developing Linux-based embedded applications, kernel drivers ... The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with deep expertise in Embedded Linux, Yocto, device ...

$150 - $200/hr

MX95 platform, including kernel configuration, U-Boot updates, and hardware bring-up. * Design ... Strong background in C/C++ and low-level firmware development. * Knowledge of hardware interfaces ...

Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Entrust is seeking a Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer to work within our product development team ... Experience in Linux kernel development. * Experience in one or more of the following areas * Motor ...

Help secure our embedded Linux systems * Closely collaborate with firmware engineers on low‑level ... Experience with Linux kernel development * Experience with uboot, EDK2, platform firmware, etc.

Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer

Shakopee, MN · Hybrid

$110K - $150K/yr

Entrust is seeking a Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer to work within our product development team ... Experience in Linux kernel development. * Experience in one or more of the following areas * Motor ...

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Senior Embedded Engineer

Chicago, IL • On-site

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 5K employees

$127K - $167K/yr

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Posted 28 days ago


Job description

A growing consumer technology company is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join its full-time engineering team in San Francisco, CA. This organization develops innovative connected hardware products that combine sensors, machine learning, mobile applications, and embedded systems to help users improve performance and recovery. The environment is highly technical and focused on Embedded Linux development, firmware engineering, platform security, and IoT connectivity.
This is an opportunity to own critical components of an advanced embedded platform used by customers globally. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex problems around secure boot, Linux systems, firmware architecture, hardware integration, and connected device security. Engineers on this team work with a high degree of autonomy, partner closely with international manufacturing teams, and have a direct impact on product quality and customer experience.
Required Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years of embedded software or firmware development experience
  • Strong C and/or C++ programming skills
  • Deep experience with Embedded Linux environments
  • Hands-on experience with Yocto, Bitbake, and system
  • Linux kernel development experience
  • Experience working on IoT or connected hardware products
  • Knowledge of software security principles and secure development practices
  • Ability to support manufacturing and deployment activities as needed
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Secure boot implementation experience
  • Key management and provisioning expertise
  • Anti-rollback and chain-of-trust experience
  • OP-TEE or Trusted Execution Environment experience
  • Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or other wireless protocol experience
  • Experience optimizing performance in resource-constrained systems
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
  • 75% Embedded Linux / Firmware Development
  • 15% Platform Security Engineering
  • 10% Wireless Communication & Hardware Integration
Daily Responsibilities
  • 85% Hands-On Development
  • 5% Leadership / Technical Guidance
  • 10% Cross-Functional Collaboration

The Offer
  • Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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