Embedded Linux Engineer and Consultant

PREVAS A/S; Herlev Kommune; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Prevas is seeking an Embedded Linux Engineer and Consultant to design, develop, and secure embedded Linux solutions for diverse clients across industries. You will work on secure firmware, kernel/user-space collaboration, and influence product security strategies while delivering practical consulting outcomes.

You'll collaborate with experienced engineers and customers, tackle security standards, and help shape safer, smarter embedded systems through hands-on engineering and technical guidance.

Qualifications

• Background in software development and embedded systems, with Linux experience.
• Experience designing and implementing embedded Linux software for diverse hardware.
• Familiarity with security-focused development, threat modelling, and secure software practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded Linux software for various hardware platforms.
• Work closely with engineers and customers to deliver embedded solutions.
• Collaborate on hardware root-of-trust, secure boot, and chain-of-trust implementations.
• Assist in system hardening, security configurations, encryption, access control, and patch management.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Secure firmware

Yocto

Linux user-space

Problem solving

English writing

Job description

Are you passionate about Embedded Linux and eager to make a real impact across industries? Join Prevas as an Embedded Linux Engineer and Consultant, helping our clients navigate technology transitions, ensure product security, and build new embedded solutions for a safer, smarter world. Whether you come from a consultancy background or have experience as a technical leader in product development, this could be your next step.

About the Role: Embedded Linux Engineering & Consulting

As part of our team, you will collaborate with a wide variety of organizations – from global enterprises to innovative startups. Your main focus will be on embedded Linux development, secure firmware, and technical consulting. You will play an essential role in supporting our clients as they develop, update, and secure their embedded systems, particularly in response to evolving security standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities in Embedded Linux Engineering & Consulting

Design, develop, and optimize embedded Linux software for various hardware platforms.

Work closely with our skilled engineers andcustomers.

Collaborate on hardware root-of-trust, secure boot, and chain-of-trust implementations.

Assist in system hardening, configuration for security, encryption, and access control mechanisms and embedded patch management.

What We’re Looking For: Skills & Experience in Embedded Linux.

Background in software development and embedded systems, specifically with Linux.

Ability to work with Linux both in user and kernel space.

Experience working with Yocto

Structured, analytical, and reliable approach to problem solving.

Excellent English communication and writing skills, able to convey technical detail concisely and clearly.

Desirable: Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in cybersecurity, software lifecycle management, or security architecture (from any industry – embedded, medical, IT, defense, etc.).

Experience working with security standards – e.g. IEC 62443-4-1/2, IEC 81001-5-1, ETSI EN 303 645, EN 18031, ISO 27001.

Hands‑on experience with secure software development technologies such as secure bootloaders, encrypted data storage, threat modelling (e.g. STRIDE), and system authentication methods.

Why Join Prevas? Career Growth in Embedded Linux & Consulting

Be part of a dynamic team where you work closely with experts who value problem solving, personal growth, and technical passion.

Opportunities to influence product security strategies in real‑world projects.

Work with a great mix of industries and customers – from large corporations to dynamic startups.

Create lasting impact in both products and organizations through your consulting work.

About Prevas: Engineering Excellence in Embedded Linux & Electronics

At Prevas, embedded technology is at our core. Over the last 40 years, we have completed more than 5,000 development projects across software and electronics. We see development as a natural part of life – from idea to product, and from career to personal growth. Our open, inclusive atmosphere provides you with the space to be yourself and develop your ideas, while working across disciplines with dedicated colleagues.

If you share our passion for problem‑solving, teamwork, and learning, and you want to help shape the future of embedded systems and secure IoT solutions, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Us

For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact VP Technology Peter Aagaard Kristensenat [phone]. You can also find out more about us on our website and LinkedIn page.

We look forward to welcoming you to Prevas – where every day is a chance to build something great together.