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Actalent

Embedded Engineer

Schaumburg, IL

$60 - $90/hr

You will work closely with real hardware targets, focusing on RTOS, embedded Linux, C++, and hardware-adjacent engineering to support cutting-edge government-related technology initiatives.

Aquabyte

Embedded Software Engineer

Mundelein, IL

$130K - $190K/yr

Improve our embedded Linux build and deployment process * Develop software to automate hardware ... testing procedures * Build diagnostic and configuration tooling to enable our field team to ...

Infleqtion

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

Troubleshoot and resolve complex performance, scaling, and integration issues spanning firmware, drivers, OS (Embedded Linux / bare-metal environments), GPU runtimes, and hardware. * Develop and ...

Ubiety

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$133K - $163K/yr

Solid experience with bare-metal development, RTOS, and embedded Linux (BSP, device drivers, kernel configuration). * Protocols & Connectivity: Deep familiarity with wireless and wired stacks (BLE ...

Infleqtion

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chicago, IL

$127K - $167K/yr

Troubleshoot and resolve complex performance, scaling, and integration issues spanning firmware, drivers, OS (Embedded Linux / bare-metal environments), GPU runtimes, and hardware. * Develop and ...

Infleqtion

Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$131K - $175K/yr

Comfortable working in a Linux development environment and working with standard scripting ... Familiarity with Embedded Linux OS distribution builds (nix, Yocto, or Buildroot) * Experience ...

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How much do embedded linux jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for embedded linux in Chicago, IL is $138,944.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $112,300.00 and $165,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Embedded Linux job involve?

An Embedded Linux job involves developing, configuring, and maintaining Linux-based operating systems for embedded systems, such as IoT devices, automotive ECUs, and industrial controllers. Responsibilities typically include kernel customization, device driver development, bootloader optimization, and system performance tuning. Engineers in this role work with hardware components, real-time constraints, and system security while ensuring reliability and efficiency. Knowledge of C/C++, shell scripting, Yocto, and debugging tools is often required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Embedded Linux position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Embedded Linux professional, you need strong programming skills in C/C++, a solid understanding of Linux kernel architecture, and experience with embedded systems design. Familiarity with cross-compilation, build systems like Yocto or Buildroot, and debugging tools such as GDB, as well as certifications like Embedded Linux Engineer (ELE), are often advantageous. Problem-solving ability, teamwork, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for developing reliable embedded applications and collaborating efficiently on hardware-software integration projects.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in an Embedded Linux role?

In an Embedded Linux position, your daily tasks often include developing and debugging kernel modules, configuring drivers, optimizing system performance, and ensuring compatibility with various hardware platforms. You may also be responsible for maintaining build systems, implementing security features, and collaboratively troubleshooting issues with hardware and software teams. Documentation and cross-functional communication are important to align development efforts. This hands-on role involves a blend of coding, system analysis, and problem-solving, contributing directly to the functionality and stability of embedded products.

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Embedded Engineers

Embedded Engineers

Agile Enterprise Solutions

Vernon Hills, IL

$128K - $168K/yr

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Qualifications:
         Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
         7+ years' experience in professional software engineering having shipped several consumer grade products
         5+  years of experience in C++ preferably with some exposure to embedded systems like QNX or Embedded Linux.
         Experience with coding and debugging multi-threaded distributed system in the embedded space.
         Exposure to Genevi interface standards is a plus
         Comfortable with STL templates and libraries such as BOOST etc.
         Familiarity of one or more Navigation system domains: ADAS ( Driver Assistance),  Route Calculation, Route Guidance, Destination Selection, Positioning ( Dead reckoning and Map matching) ;
         A good team player, must have worked as part of medium or large size software development team
         Familiar with Agile development methodologies and test driven development
Job Responsibilities:
        Leverage existing codebase but also seek ways to improve the navigation engine performance and capabilities. We believe that the driver should enjoy the journey as much as the destination and the engine is a key part of that experience.
          Create documentation and examples that help educate other engineers and customer support on the internals of the navigation engine
         As part of a matrix organization work alongside with engineers, designers, testers and product managers in multiple locations as needed to help integrate and productize the solution.
Need consultants to have worked on one of the below combinations (MUST) along with C++, Embedded Systems (QNX or Embedded Linux):
-          Need three Senior SW Engineers with embedded C++ experience - preferable with domain knowledge in ADAS and ADAS protocols.
-          This work will be involving alternative ADAS path prediction concepts and CAN bus encoding/decoding
Category 1:
-          Need one Senior SW Engineer with embedded C++ experience - preferable with domain knowledge in navigation dead reckoning and map matching and/or EGO motion
-          This work will be involving lane level positioning algorithms, sensor fusion and 3D dead reckoning and 3D map matching
Category 2:
-          Need two Senior SW Engineers with embedded C++ experience - preferable with domain knowledge in navigation route calculation and route guidance
-          This work will be involving creating natural language guidance algorithms (e.g. "turn left at McDonalds")  based on the NLG Data model.

 Skills Set : Embedded, Infotainment, automobile, Navigation, QNX, ADAS, C++ and CAN.
Similar Job Titles: Embedded SW Engineers, Embedded Software Engineers, Infotainment Engineer, Embedded Navigation Engineer, Navigation Engineer, Embedded Linux Engineer, Embedded Infotainment Engineer, Software Engineer ( Infotainment), Software Engineer (Embedded).

Qualifications
Need three Senior SW Engineers with embedded C++ experience - preferable with domain knowledge in ADAS and ADAS protocols


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