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Freelance Linux Device Driver Jobs in Boston, MA

Senior Software Engineer

Chelmsford, MA · On-site

$118K - $160K/yr

Deep expertise with QNX, Real-Time Linux, or equivalent RTOS environments. * Advanced knowledge of ... Device driver development. * Bootloader architecture. * FPGA/software interfaces. * Interrupt ...

Senior Software Engineer

Chelmsford, MA · On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

Real-Time Operating Systems • Deep expertise with QNX, Real-Time Linux, or equivalent RTOS ... IPC mechanisms, device driver architecture, and system performance optimization. Hardware ...

Experience with Linux device drivers. * Experience developing GPU software with Nvidia Cuda. * Radar or DSP knowledge. * Active / Existing Secret U.S. Security Clearance. What We Offer: * Our values ...

Experience with Linux device drivers. * Experience developing GPU software with Nvidia Cuda. * Radar or DSP knowledge. * Active / Existing Secret U.S. Security Clearance. What We Offer: * Our values ...

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Reading, MA · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

... Linux kernel module and device-driver development on multicore systems PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source ...

Lead Software Developer

Woburn, MA · On-site

$157K - $223K/yr

Linux kernel level modules and device driver development * Knowledge of real-time multi-threaded embedded software, preferably on Linux OS * Experience writing software using a large multi-party code ...

Build, customize, and maintain embedded Linux kernels, custom device drivers, and system-level software to interface with Ethernet-based smart hardware. * Collaborate with hardware engineering teams ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance linux device driver in Boston, MA is $51.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.39 and $67.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Freelance Linux Device Driver job openings in Boston, MA as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Nights. Highlights an 66% In-person, and 34% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,804 per year, or $51.8 per hour.

Embedded Engineer (eInfochip Inc)

Billerica, MA • On-site

Arrow Electronics
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$139K - $183K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Arrow Electronics rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Position:
Embedded Engineer (eInfochip Inc)
Job Description:
NOTE: This role will perform work covered by International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Viable candidates for this position must be eligible for an export license or be a U.S. Person (which includes but is not limited to U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees).
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Compliance Requirement: Must be ITAR Compliant (U.S. Person - Citizen/Green card)
  • Hands-on experience with Qualcomm QCS platforms (QCS6490, QCS8550, QCS5430, QCS610, QCS8250 or similar)
  • Strong Embedded Linux development experience
  • Expertise in C/C++ programming
  • Experience with board bring-up and hardware-software integration
  • BSP, Linux Kernel, Device Tree, and Device Driver development
  • Experience debugging bootloader, kernel, and platform bring-up issues
  • Familiarity with ARM-based architectures

What we are looking for:
  • Experience interfacing peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, USB, PCIe, Ethernet, MIPI CSI, and DSI
  • Strong debugging and root cause analysis skills
  • Experience with Git and CI/CD workflows

Preferred Skills
  • Android BSP development on Qualcomm platforms
  • Camera and multimedia integration
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB integration
  • Yocto Linux
  • Secure Boot and embedded security concepts

Responsibilities
  • Perform board bring-up for Qualcomm QCS-based hardware platforms
  • Develop and customize BSPs, Linux kernel, and device drivers
  • Support hardware validation and system integration
  • Debug boot, kernel, driver, and peripheral issues
  • Work closely with hardware, firmware, and product engineering teams
  • Optimize system stability, performance, and power consumption

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Must Have: Qualcomm QCS experience + Board Bring-up + Embedded Linux + C/C++ + ITAR Compliance
What's In It for You:
  • At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That's why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • 401k, With Matching Contributions
  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
  • Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Growth Opportunities
  • And more!

Work Arrangement Fully On-Site: Must be able to travel to an Arrow Client office location as requested by Arrow Client leadership.
Location: Complete On-Site at North Billerica, MA 01862, USA (Complete Onsite)
About eInfochips:
eInfochips, an Arrow company (Fortune #133), is a leading global provider of product engineering and semiconductor design services. A rich history of over two decades, with over 500+ products developed and 40M deployments in 140 countries, eInfochips continues to fuel technological innovations in multiple verticals. eInfochips has strategic technology partnerships with Qualcomm, NVIDIA, NXP, Analog Devices, Texas Instruments, Amazon, Microsoft and Google to name a few. Along with Arrow's $38B in revenues, 22,000 employees, and 345 locations serving over 80 countries, eInfochips is primed to accelerate connected products innovation for 150,000+ global clients. eInfochips acts as a catalyst to Arrow's Sensor-to-Sunset initiative and offers complete edge-to-cloud capabilities for its clients. Please visit www.einfochips.com for our portfolio of product engineering services across various industries & verticals.
EEO Statement:
Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy).
Location:
US-MA-North Billerica-Massachusetts (Teledyne FLIR Defense)
Time Type:
Full time
Job Category:
Engineering Services
EEO Statement:
Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)
All Arrow job postings are for existing job vacancies. We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.

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Arrow Electronics is a global provider of products, services and solutions to industrial and commercial users of electronic components and enterprise computing solutions. Arrow Electronics guides innovation forward for over 220,000 leading technology manufactures and service providers. With 2021 sales of $34.48 billion, Arrow develops technology solutions that improve business and daily life. The company maintains 228 locations worldwide with over 90 locations served. A Fortune 104 company with 20,700 employees worldwide, Arrow brings technology solutions to a breadth of markets, including telecommunications, information systems, transportation, medical, industrial and consumer electronics. Arrow provides specialized services and expertise across the entire product lifecycle. Arrow does this by connecting customers to the right technology at the right place, right time and right price. Arrow provides extraordinary value to customers and suppliers - the best technology companies in the world - and connects them through the company's industry-leading services.

Industry

Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing and software development

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Centennial, CO, US