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Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Kastle Systems

Firmware Engineer

Falls Church, VA

Develop in a Linux environment using source code control system and deployment pipelines ... Design and develop Kernel modules, device drivers and CMA/DMA/DSP/VCU/GPU firmware * Gain and ...

TalentRemedy

Firmware Engineer

Herndon, VA

We are looking for an experienced Firmware Engineer to contribute to the development of products on ... with Linux, scripting, Docker containers, and automation Experience developing Hi-Rel/Space ...

Plume

Senior Wireless Firmware Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

$135.30K - $179K/yr

About the Role Plume's Core Engineering team is looking for a Senior Wireless Firmware Engineer ... of Linux kernel and networking stack - Deep knowledge of IEEE 802.11 MAC and PHY layers ...

Fibertek

Senior Firmware Engineer

Herndon, VA

$122.90K - $162.50K/yr

... with Linux, scripting, Docker containers, and automation Experience developing Hi-Rel/Space ... with firmware engineering, VHDL (RTL), System Verilog (Testing) Expertise with Digital Signal ...

Fibertek, Inc

Senior Firmware Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$122.90K - $162.50K/yr

Job Title Senior Firmware Engineer Location Herndon, VA - Herndon, VA 20171 US (Primary) Fibertek ... Experience with Linux, scripting, Docker containers, and automation * Experience developing Hi-Rel ...

HawkEye 360

Principal Embedded Linux Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$170K - $200K/yr

Lead board bring-up efforts, kernel customization, device driver development, and device tree ... Mentor embedded software engineers on Linux internals, driver development, and debugging techniques ...

Nwis

Linux Developer

Sterling, VA

We are seeking an experienced Linux Developer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate ... Experience with Linux kernel development * Familiarity with embedded systems or performance ...

NewGen Technologies

Linux Developer

Herndon, VA · On-site

... Kernel development experience is desired) * Demonstrated in-depth understanding of low level system development for Linux/Unix internals and APIs * Demonstrated experience working in a cross-platform ...

Nightwing

Linux Developer

Sterling, VA · On-site

We are seeking an experienced Linux Developer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate ... Experience with Linux kernel development * Familiarity with embedded systems or performance ...

Ciena

Embedded Software Engineer

Hanover, MD

$129.50K - $170.40K/yr

... firmware development. - Proficient in C for embedded/systems programming; familiarity with C++ a plus. - Hands-on experience with embedded Linux (kernel drivers, device trees, init systems, cross ...

TrustPoint

Embedded Software Engineer

Dulles, VA

The Position TrustPoint is currently seeking a Full Time Embedded Software Engineer to join the ... firmware in C/C++/Rust * Experience with Embedded linux, RTOS, and Linux kernel or Petalinux

TrustPoint

Embedded Software Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

The Position TrustPoint is currently seeking a Full Time Embedded Software Engineer to join the ... firmware in C/C++/Rust * Experience with Embedded linux, RTOS, and Linux kernel or Petalinux

TrustPoint

Embedded Software Engineer

Dulles, VA · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

The Position TrustPoint is currently seeking a Full Time Embedded Software Engineer to join the ... firmware in C/C++/Rust * Experience with Embedded linux, RTOS, and Linux kernel or Petalinux

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for linux kernel firmware engineer in Silver Spring, MD is $173,093.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $147,800.00 and $211,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer vs Embedded Software Engineer?

AspectLinux Kernel Firmware EngineerEmbedded Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; knowledge of Linux kernel developmentBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related; embedded systems experience
Work EnvironmentDeveloping firmware for Linux-based systems, often in hardware labs or R&D teamsDesigning software for embedded devices like IoT gadgets, automotive systems, or consumer electronics
Industry UsageTelecommunications, consumer electronics, hardware manufacturersAutomotive, IoT, medical devices, consumer electronics

The Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer focuses on developing and maintaining firmware specifically for Linux kernel environments, ensuring hardware compatibility and performance. In contrast, the Embedded Software Engineer works on a broader range of embedded systems, often with real-time constraints and different operating systems. Both roles require embedded programming skills but differ in scope and specific expertise.

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Firmware Engineer

Firmware Engineer

Kastle Systems

Falls Church, VA

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Posted 7 days ago

Kastle Systems rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 100 rated security

Job description

Overview

At CheckVideo, we are transforming video security with our AI-enabled cameras. Thousands of customers depend on us every day for mission-critical security, delivered through cloud infrastructure. This is a hybrid position out of Falls Church, VA that offers an opportunity to work on the cutting edge of technology with a great team and make meaningful contributions every single day.

We are looking for an experienced Firmware Engineer responsible for architecture, design, development & testing of CheckVideo’s flagship product assets. Additional duties include writing high performance, scalable & secure software to meet customer demands.


Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, test & deploy CheckVideo firmware 
  • Develop in a Linux environment using source code control system and deployment pipelines 
  • Design and develop Kernel modules, device drivers and CMA/DMA/DSP/VCU/GPU firmware 
  • Gain and maintain expertise in board design, BSP, SoC and peripheral control firmware 
  • Maintain and update secure production firmware as necessary 
  • Scale and tune for performance  to meet production demand 
  • Follow SDLC best practices for scalability, reliability & observability 

Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree preferred 
  • Experience: 5+ years of developing firmware for mass market on Embedded Linux stacks 
  • SDLC and programming languages: C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Shell scripting 
  • Parallel processing: Multiprocessing, Multithreading, IPC 
  • Media: Experience with video/audio encoding and streaming 
  • AI Training & Inference: LLM, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, PyTorch, TensorFlow 
  • Source code control systems: Git, Bitbucket 
  • DevSecOps tools: Jenkins, Gitlab, GitOps 
  • Operations: Strong skills in troubleshooting production issues 

Helpful but not required:

  • Experience with camera optics, ISP tuning and video processing 

Company Overview


Join the leader in providing smarter solutions for a safer world.
The property technology space is growing rapidly, and Kastle Systems is leading the way. Kastle Systems is the leader in managed security, with a track record of introducing innovative technologies to serve over 460M square feet of real estate globally. Clients span the commercial and multifamily real estate, education, and construction industries and the customers they serve. Delivering a world class customer experience drives everything we do, and Kastle’s mission is to be our customers’ best service provider and to ensure that their security the most effective, efficient and convenient. Kastle's integrated security solution, including access control, video, and remote video monitoring, significantly reduces costs and improves the critically important 24x7 performance for building owners, developers and tenants.


Equal Opportunity Statement

At Kastle, we believe that diversity makes us stronger -  at work and in the world.  Kastle Systems International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state laws. 

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Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree preferred 
  • Experience: 5+ years of developing firmware for mass market on Embedded Linux stacks 
  • SDLC and programming languages: C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Shell scripting 
  • Parallel processing: Multiprocessing, Multithreading, IPC 
  • Media: Experience with video/audio encoding and streaming 
  • AI Training & Inference: LLM, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, PyTorch, TensorFlow 
  • Source code control systems: Git, Bitbucket 
  • DevSecOps tools: Jenkins, Gitlab, GitOps 
  • Operations: Strong skills in troubleshooting production issues 

Helpful but not required:

  • Experience with camera optics, ISP tuning and video processing 
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