Senior Linux Engineer

Signify Technology; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Signify Technology is seeking a Mid-Senior Linux Engineer to own the Linux foundation driving the company’s 3D printers. You will shape security, reliability, and delivery, mentor engineers, and collaborate with firmware, robotics, and product teams in a hybrid Amsterdam environment.

The role requires strong Linux system-level skills, Python, and Docker expertise, with a focus on industrial-grade reliability and performance in field deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field.
• 4+ years software experience with track record of simple solutions for complex problems.
• Proficient in Python and CI/CD pipelines; strong Linux system-level experience.

Responsibilities

• Own build, customization, and update pipeline for Linux images deployed to printers.
• Design, develop, and maintain Linux-based print control software.
• Harden Linux platform security: patching, access control, secure updates.
• Lead development and operation of Linux + Docker platform from containers to deployment.
• Manage releases and ensure smooth deployments.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers.
• Optimize software for performance, scalability, reliability, and security in industrial environments.
• Contribute to automation, monitoring, and control software across the print stack.

Skills

Python

CI/CD pipelines

Linux (system level)

Yocto/Buildroot

Linux security

Docker

Testing

English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Yocto

Buildroot

Debootstrap

Docker

CI/CD tools

Job description

Mid-Senior Linux Engineer

Permanent, full-time Amsterdam, Hybrid €4,500 - €6,000 gross per month base salary, plus benefits

About The Client

An engineering-driven manufacturing company building metal technology, combining robotics and materials science to serve industrial customers with large-scale production needs. The team is growing fast and looking to add senior engineering talent to its core platform group.

Project / Role Overview

You'll own the Linux foundation that runs the company's 3D printers: the custom system images built in-house, the print control software stack on top, and the Linux + Docker platform that powers them in the field. You'll set direction for security, reliability, and update delivery, help lead day-to-day operation, and work closely with firmware, robotics, and product teams while mentoring the engineers around you.

Responsibilities

• Own the build, customization, and update pipeline for Linux system images deployed to printers in the field
• Design, develop, and maintain the Linux-based print control software
• Harden the security of the Linux platform, covering patching, access control, secure update delivery, and threat mitigation
• Help lead development and operation of the Linux + Docker platform, from containerized services to deployment and monitoring
• Manage releases and ensure smooth deployments
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers
• Optimize software for performance, scalability, reliability, and security in industrial environments
• Contribute to automation, monitoring, and control software across the print stack

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in a technical field 4+ years of software experience with a track record of building simple solutions for complex problems
• Proficient in Python Experience with CI/CD pipelines Strong Linux experience at the system level, not just as a user
• Experience building and updating Linux systems from custom images, such as Yocto, Buildroot, Debootstrap, or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Linux security: hardening, patch management, secure boot/update, access control, encryption
• Strong Docker experience
• Experience writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
• Strong written and spoken English

Nice to Have

• Experience with industrial control systems
• Deep knowledge of networking
• Contributions to open-source projects or relevant publications

Process Two stages:

an initial screen followed by a technical interview