Senior IoT Engineer: Edge & Embedded Linux Expert

Sensorfact

Utrecht

Hybrid

EUR 70,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

NS travel card

Referral incentives up to €3,000

27 vacation days

Remote work flexibility up to 2 months

Onboarding & mentorship

Social events

Office perks

Job summary

Sensorfact is hiring for an embedded IoT Software Engineer to drive the next generation of wireless sensor systems and bridge hardware with our cloud platform. You will lead end-to-end development for a massive device fleet, mentoring peers and shaping our edge infrastructure.

You will work on Debian-based gateways, contribute to IoT solutions, and ensure high-quality data for cloud insights. A strong background in embedded Linux, networking, and security is essential for success.

Qualifications

Six years of software for connected devices, with embedded Linux in industrial IoT.
Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting.
Experience in C/C++ and/or Rust.
Deep understanding of embedded Linux boot chain (U-Boot, kernel, device tree).
Experience building embedded Linux images with rootfs/build system (Yocto, Buildroot, pi-gen, debootstrap).
Familiar with interfaces like serial, Ethernet, and networking concepts (TCP/UDP/DHCP/ARP/IP).
Knowledge of MQTT and other IoT communication protocols.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain embedded software on Debian-based gateways.
Design and maintain tools for fulfillment and onboarding.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect end-to-end IoT solutions.
Conduct code reviews and provide feedback.
Participate in brainstorming to solve scalability challenges (e.g., VPN, data optimization).