Embedded Linux Engineer

Kairos Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Kairos Technologies in Bengaluru, India, is seeking an experienced embedded Linux engineer to join our platform bring-up team. You will work on kernel internals, C programming, Android BSP development, and CAF/Qualcomm platforms.

The role requires strong debugging skills (dmesg, logcat, UART), understanding of DTS/DTBO, and experience with Linux device drivers and boot images. Collaboration with cross-functional groups is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Embedded Linux and kernel internals.
• Proficient in C programming for low-level software.
• Experience in Android BSP development for Qualcomm platforms.
• Familiar with CAF releases and Android partition layouts.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Linux kernel internals

C programming

Android BSP development

Qualcomm platforms

CAF releases

Linux kernel 4.x/5.x/6.x

Android boot architecture

Linux device driver development

Device Tree (DTS/DTBO)

kernel module development

Android partition layout/boot images

Tools

Yocto

Buildroot

Android build system

Soong/Android.bp

Makefiles

Git

Gerrit

CI workflows

Shell scripting

Python scripting

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Core Technical Skills

• Strong experience in Embedded Linux and Linux kernel internals
• Strong C programming skills
• Experience in Android BSP development
• Experience with Qualcomm platforms and CAF releases
• Experience with Linux kernel 4.x/5.x/6.x
• Understanding of Android boot architecture
• Experience with Linux device driver development
• Strong debugging skills using:
• dmesg
• logcat
• UART logs
• crash analysis
• Experience with Device Tree (DTS/DTBO)
• Experience in kernel module development and debugging
• Knowledge of Android partition layout and boot images

Build System & Tools

• Experience with:
• Yocto / Buildroot (preferred)
• Android build system
• Soong / Android.bp
• Makefiles
• Familiarity with Git, Gerrit, and CI workflows
• Experience with shell scripting/Python scripting

Preferred Skills

• Experience in GKI migration projects
• Experience with Android 15/16 platform upgrades
• Experience with Qualcomm bootloader/debug flow
• Exposure to modem/RIL integration
• Knowledge of OTA update_engine architecture
• Experience in performance optimization and power tuning

Nice to Have

• Experience with camera/display subsystem debugging
• Experience in board bring-up activities
• Exposure to secure boot and TrustZone concepts
• Experience working with OEM/customer-facing projects

Soft Skills

• Strong debugging and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently on platform bring-up activities
• Good communication and coordination with cross-functional teams
• Experience interacting with OEM/vendor/customer teams