Freelance Linux Embedded Engineer

intent sp. z o.o.; Warszawa; Remote; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a freelance Linux Embedded Engineer to join an IoT project. The role involves owning the embedded side independently, collaborating with the hardware team, and adapting the embedded Linux stack. Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with Linux build systems are essential. This is a fully remote position, offering flexible hours and competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in embedded systems development with C/C++.
• Hands-on experience with Linux build systems like Yocto or Buildroot.
• Deep understanding of the Linux kernel, device drivers, and bootloaders (especially U-Boot).
• Experience with hardware bring-up and reading schematics.
• Familiarity with debugging tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Strong communication skills and proactive mindset.
• English at B2+ level.
• Availability to join within a month.

Responsibilities

• Work as the sole Firmware Engineer taking full ownership of the embedded side of the project.
• Collaborate with the hardware team to bring up a new IoT platform.
• Adapt the embedded Linux stack and ensure readiness for device demos.

Skills

Embedded systems development

Linux build systems (Yocto or Buildroot)

Communication skills

Debugging tools

Job description

Overview

We’re currently looking for a freelance Linux Embedded Engineer to join a specific ongoing IoT project. This is ideal for an experienced and independent engineer who is available part- or full-time in the short term and interested in contributing to a focused, impactful project. The work is fully remote, with flexible hours, and we are open only to B2B/freelance cooperation.

You’ll be working as the sole Firmware Engineer taking full ownership of the embedded side on one of the existing projects. You’ll be in direct contact with the US-based client, so we’re looking for someone who’s not only an expert in their field, but also communicative, proactive, and able to drive the topic forward independently. Very good spoken and written English is a must.

About the project

You’ll be working on an IoT device, collaborating with a hardware team to bring up a new platform, adapt the embedded Linux stack (based on Yocto/Buildroot), and ensure device readiness for a demo in early October.

Practical info

• Type of contract: freelance / B2B only
• Location: 100% remote
• Rate: 150-250 PLN net / hour (depending on experience)

Recruitment process

1. Short HR call (45 min)
2. Technical interview (90 min)
3. Final decision

Requirements

• min. 3 years of experience in embedded systems development with C/C++
• hands-on experience with Linux build systems (Yocto or Buildroot)
• deep understanding of the Linux kernel, device drivers, bootloaders (esp. U-Boot)
• experience with hardware bring-up and reading schematics
• familiarity with debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
• strong communication skills and proactive mindset
• English at B2+ level
• availability to join us within a month.

Nice to have

• experience with BLE, Wi-Fi, or other IoT protocols
• knowledge of RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS)
• scripting in Bash or Python.