Embedded Software Engineer - Linux Consultant

Buscojobs; Sicilia; Remoto; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Join an innovative company as an Embedded Linux Consultant, where you'll play a key role in modernizing the system image for a large fleet of devices. This fully remote position offers flexible hours and the chance to work on a deeply technical project that impacts thousands of users. Collaborate with talented professionals and contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation. If you're passionate about embedded systems and eager to tackle complex challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Servizi

Flexible working hours

Collaborative work environment

Challenging technical projects

Competenze

• Proven expertise in embedded Linux system development.
• Strong troubleshooting skills at system and kernel level.

Mansioni

• Analyze and modernize the system image for Domotz Box platform.
• Collaborate with teams for deployment and upgrades.

Conoscenze

Embedded Linux development

Bootloaders and kernel building

Troubleshooting and debugging

Technical documentation

Strumenti

Ubuntu Core

ARM architecture

Descrizione del lavoro

Embedded Linux Consultant (System Image Rebuild for Domotz Box Platform)

About the Project

Domotz is seeking an experienced Embedded Linux Consultant to assist in rebuilding and modernizing the system image for the Domotz Box platform—a fleet of around 20,000 deployed units.

Responsibilities

1. Analyze the current system image, hardware platform, and deployment constraints.
2. Design and implement a new, stable, maintainable system image based on an up-to-date Linux kernel and supported OS.
3. Ensure backward compatibility and smooth transition strategies where necessary.
4. Collaborate with internal teams (Network Collector, DevOps) to plan for side-by-side deployment and upgrades.
5. Document build procedures and operational guides for the new system image.
6. Support planning and validation of an OTA (Over-The-Air) mass upgrade strategy across the existing deployed base.
7. Advise on best practices for long-term maintenance and security patching.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven expertise in embedded Linux system development and maintenance.
• Deep understanding of bootloaders, kernel building, OS image creation, and OTA upgrade mechanisms.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills at system and kernel level.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation.

Preferred Skills

• Prior work migrating devices from legacy systems to modern platforms.
• Hands-on experience with Ubuntu Core platforms (Core 16, Core 20, Core 22).
• Familiarity with Ubuntu Core system architecture and snap packages.
• Knowledge of the ARM architecture and device-level Linux optimizations.
• Experience working with large-scale, deployed IoT or embedded device fleets.

Deliverables

• Rebuilt and validated system image ready for mass deployment.
• Detailed documentation of the image build process.
• Recommendations for OTA upgrade process and risk mitigation.
• (Optionally) Support during rollout testing and early production phases.

Additional Details

This role is full-time, fully remote, with flexible working hours. The project duration is estimated between one and four months, with initial consultancy for one month and potential renewals.

What We Offer

• An innovative and collaborative work environment.
• A challenging, deeply technical project.
• The opportunity to work with a talented team on exciting projects.

About Us

Domotz is a leading SaaS provider in network monitoring and management solutions, committed to innovation, excellence, and an inclusive culture. Join us and help shape the future of network security and management!