Principal Engineer - Embedded Software (E&E)

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE Group PJSC is seeking a Principal Engineer - Embedded Software (E&E) to architect and implement complex embedded solutions for real-time systems. The role involves bare-metal firmware for Cortex-M MCUs (STM32/NXP PIC), Linux drivers, RTOS integration, and multimedia pipelines using V4L2, GStreamer, and FFmpeg.

The candidate will lead design reviews, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate across hardware and software teams while utilizing NVIDIA JetPack and Jetson Linux BSP for advanced

Qualifications

• BS/MS in computer science, electronics or software engineering required.
• 15+ years of embedded software engineering experience including C/C++.
• Strong understanding of ARM64 and Cortex-M architectures.
• Expertise in Linux driver and kernel development.
• Experience with bare-metal firmware on STM32, NXP LPC, Microchip PIC.
• Proficiency with RTOS like FreeRTOS/mbed/ThreadX.
• Knowledge of I2C/UART/SPI/CAN protocols in Linux and MCUs.
• Familiarity with V4L2, GStreamer and FFmpeg.
• Knowledge of Jetson Linux BSP and NVIDIA JetPack.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design complex embedded systems for real-time constraints.
• Develop and maintain bare-metal firmware for Cortex-M MCUs.
• Develop Linux drivers and kernel modules for custom hardware.
• Implement user-space apps using V4L2, GStreamer, FFmpeg.
• Lead code reviews and uphold coding standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive multiple projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and stay updated on tech trends.
• Conduct testing with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

Skills

C and C++ coding

ARM64 and Cortex-M

Linux kernel development

RTOS (FreeRTOS/mbed/ThreadX)

V4L2/GStreamer/FFmpeg

Jetson Linux BSP/NVIDIA JetPack

Git/ SVN

Linux driver development

Embedded systems debugging

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in computer science/electronic/software engineering

Tools

STM32

NXP LPC

Microchip PIC

FreeRTOS

mbed

ThreadX

V4L2

GStreamer

FFmpeg

NVIDIA JetPack / Jetson Linux BSP

Job description

Principal Engineer - Embedded Software (E&E)

Date: 6 Aug 2026

Company: EDGE Group PJSC

External Job Description

ADVANCED CONCEPTS is an entity within EDGE dedicated to the design and deployment of advanced, innovative technologies. ADVANCED CONCEPTS is fast-tracking the development of high-technology autonomous systems, including three Medium Endurance, High Altitude, fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems, a family of precision loitering munitions, a cost- effective family of cruise missiles, and a range of guided artillery munitions.

Core Accountabilities

• Architect and design complex embedded systems, considering real-time constraints, power consumption, and resource limitations.
• Develop and maintain bare-metal firmware for microcontrollers based on Cortex-M architectures, such as STM32, NXP LPC, and Microchip PIC families.
• Develop and maintain firmware with RTOS like FreeRTOS, mbed, or ThreadX on microcontrollers
• Implement Linux drivers and kernel modules for custom hardware components.
• Familiar with debug process in Linux(gdb) and in microcontrollers (st-link, segger J-link)
• Develop user-space applications leveraging APIs like V4L2, GStreamer, and FFmpeg for multimedia processing and image/video capture.
• Optimize software solutions using Jetson Linux BSP and NVIDIA JetPack SDK components (Linux kernel, CUDA, cuDNN, TensorRT).
• Integrate various communication protocols like I2C, UART, SPI, and CAN in both Linux and microcontroller environments.
• Implement Linux client/Server against UDP, TCP or IP.
• Participate in code reviews, ensure code quality, and follow established coding standards.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers, foster a collaborative environment, and share knowledge.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in embedded technologies and best practices.
• Use of version controlled environment such as Git or SVN
• CI/CD pipeline
• Code writing discipline such as commenting and bug tracking
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Conduct testing and troubleshooting using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers.

Qualification / Experience

• Bachelors or Master's degree in computer science, electronic or software engineering
• 15+ years of experience in embedded software engineering, C and C++.
• Strong understanding of ARM64 and Cortex-M architectures.
• Expertise in Linux driver and kernel development.
• Experience with bare-metal firmware development for microcontrollers like STM32, NXP LPC, and Microchip PIC families.
• Experience with RTOS like FreeRTOS, mbed, or ThreadX on microcontrollers
• Knowledge of I2C, UART, SPI, and CAN protocols and their implementation in both Linux and microcontrollers.
• Experience with Jetson Linux BSP and NVIDIA JetPack SDK, including Linux kernel, CUDA, cuDNN, and TensorRT.
• Familiarity with V4L2, GStreamer, and FFmpeg.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Linux kernel and driver implementation
• C and C++ coding
• Firmware in microcontrollers
• Nvidia Jetson Linux BSP