Embedded Linux Platform Engineer (UAV)

Twentyfour Industries; München; Hybrid; EUR 85.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation support

Remote options

Flexible hours

Equity options

Zusammenfassung

Twentyfour Industries is seeking a seasoned embedded Linux engineer to own the Linux stack across UAV compute boards in a fast-paced, defence-focused environment.

You will design and bring up U-Boot, kernel, device trees, and drivers, while implementing robust OTA updates and integrating the PX4 flight stack with the onboard compute. The role offers remote options, relocation support, and a strong path for technical leadership.

Qualifikationen

• 4+ years in embedded Linux development for UAV/robotics or mission-critical platforms.
• Deep knowledge of Yocto, U-Boot, kernel, device tree, and board bring-up.
• Experience designing robust OTA/update mechanisms (A/B, rollback).
• Proficient in C/C++ and Python tooling.
• Understanding of real-time systems and low-level Linux internals.
• Eligible for EU security clearance.
• Degree in CS/EE/Embedded/Robotics.

Aufgaben

• Own the embedded Linux platform across UAV compute boards.
• Bring up bootloaders, kernel configuration, device trees, and drivers for new boards.
• Design and maintain robust OTA/update mechanisms with rollback.
• Integrate the flight stack with PX4 and companion compute.
• Collaborate with hardware, avionics, and systems teams for end-to-end UAV operation.
• Test in the field and support live flight trials; diagnose issues on-site.

Kenntnisse

Embedded Linux

Yocto

U-Boot

Kernel bring-up

C/C++

Python

RTOS knowledge

Real-time systems

Security clearance eligibility

Ausbildung

Engineering degree (CS/EE/Embedded)

Tools

PX4

Altium Designer

Docker

CI/CD

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

• Own the Linux platform: design, build, and maintain our embedded Linux distribution (Yocto Project) across our UAV compute boards — you are the owner of the whole Linux stack.
• Bring up hardware: bootloader (U-Boot), kernel configuration, device tree, and driver integration for new boards, sensors, and peripherals.
• Own the update strategy: design and maintain robust, fail‑safe update mechanisms (A/B, atomic rollback) for OS, kernel, and firmware on deployed drones — ideally OTA.
• Integrate the flight stack: work alongside the PX4 flight controller and companion compute, wiring the Linux side into the wider system.
• Collaborate cross‑team: work with hardware, avionics, and systems teams to ensure robust end‑to‑end UAV operation.
• Test in the field: support lab testing and live flight trials, including debugging and performance tuning on‑site.

Qualifications

• Experience: you bring 4+ years in embedded Linux development, ideally on UAV/robotics or other mission‑critical platforms.
• Embedded Linux: you go deep — Yocto, bootloaders (U-Boot), the Linux kernel, device tree, and board bring‑up are your home turf.
• Update strategy: you have designed robust update/OTA mechanisms (A/B, fail‑safe rollback) for fielded devices.
• Languages: you are proficient in C and C++, and use Python for tooling.
• Microcontroller awareness: you understand what it means to write firmware on a microcontroller — bare‑metal/RTOS, constrained resources, real‑time constraints — even if it is not your daily focus.
• Systems: you understand real‑time systems, communication protocols, and low‑level Linux internals.
• Mindset: you thrive in a fast‑paced, early‑stage environment and are eligible for EU security clearance.
• Education: you hold a completed degree or equivalent training in a relevant field, e.g.:
  • Computer science / software engineering
  • Electrical / aerospace engineering
  • Embedded systems / real‑time computing
  • Robotics / mechatronics

Language Skills

• English is required; German is a plus.

Nice to haves

• PX4: familiarity with PX4 (or ArduPilot) flight control software.
• Containers & CI: Docker and CI/CD pipelines for reproducible builds.
• Fleet scale: experience operating OTA updates across a fleet of devices.
• Domain: exposure to defence, aerospace, or other mission‑critical sectors.
• Electronics: background in electronics development, including schematic design and Altium Designer.

What We Offer

• Real impact & ownership: Shape high‑tech defense systems and take responsibility from day one.
• Mission‑driven environment: Work on technologies that matter for European security and sovereignty.
• Competitive package: Competitive salary, EGYM Wellpass, corporate benefits, and equity options aligned with role and level.
• Deep tech environment: Get hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge drone technology and real operational use cases.
• Grow fast: Steep learning curve for juniors, strategic influence and leadership opportunities for seniors.
• Startup mindset meets defence innovation: flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas.
• Flexibility: Flexible hours, remote options, and relocation support.
• Strong team: International, driven colleagues and a culture built on exchange, trust, and shared success.

About Us

Twentyfour Industries is committed to building a fair, inclusive, and high‑performance workplace where people from all backgrounds can contribute and thrive. Our team brings together individuals with different perspectives, experiences, and skills to shape the future of European security and technology.

All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable European or national law.

We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the technology and defense sector, including women, people with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds.

We aim to provide a respectful, supportive, and transparent recruitment process. If you require adjustments to take part in our hiring process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs.

If you share our mission and are motivated to work on challenges with real‑world impact, we look forward to your application.