Linux Kernel Embedded Engineer

European Tech Recruit; Cork; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

European Tech Recruit in Cork, Ireland seeks a Senior/Staff Embedded Engineer focusing on Linux kernel, PCIe and CXL. You will develop firmware and drivers for high-performance chipsets, collaborating with hardware and architecture teams to optimize software for power and performance.

The role requires 7+ years in embedded software, strong C and RTOS experience, and familiarity with Linux Kernel, ACPI, UEFI, and Zephyr. Master’s degree preferred. On-site in Cork.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of embedded software development experience with PCIe and CXL expertise.
• Strong C programming skills across embedded platforms and RTOS.
• Familiarity with Linux Kernel, ACPI, UEFI, and Zephyr.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, and optimize embedded firmware and drivers for PCIe and CXL subsystems.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and future chipset planning.
• Fine-tune software for peak performance, power efficiency, and reliability.
• Collaborate across hardware and software teams for seamless integration.

Skills

PCIe

CXL

C programming

RTOS

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

Linux Kernel

ACPI

UEFI

Zephyr

Job description

Senior/Staff Embedded Engineer - Linux Kernel | Cork, Ireland

A world-renowned Semiconductor Giant is expanding its team in Cork and looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to help shape the future of high-performance interconnect technologies. There are multiple openings from senior up to senior staff level.

This role places you at the forefront of developing firmware and drivers for next-generation chipsets, with a primary focus on PCIe and CXL subsystems. Working closely with hardware and architecture teams, you will optimize software for peak performance and power efficiency while directly contributing to the evolution of future chipset architectures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Commercialization: Design, develop, debug, and commercialize embedded firmware and drivers for PCIe and CXL subsystems.
• Architecture & Planning: Contribute to architectural discussions and future chipset planning, developing low-level software in line with industry standards.
• Optimization: Fine-tune software for high performance, power efficiency, and long-term reliability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.

Key Requirements

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in embedded software development with deep, hands-on expertise in PCIe and CXL technologies.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in C programming, with solid experience across embedded platforms and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with Linux Kernel, ACPI, UEFI, and Zephyr.
• Education: Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred).
• Soft Skills: Excellent analytical problem-solving abilities, with strong communication skills across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.