Senior Embedded Linux Engineer

Accenture PLC; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Coaching and development plan

Extensive training package

GenAI learning resources

Employee Assistance Program

Employee share purchase plan

Private medical care and life/AD&D

Job summary

Accenture is seeking an experienced Embedded Linux Engineer to shape a Software-Defined Vehicle platform, integrating Yocto-based Linux with Linux kernel, U-Boot and Device Tree for ADAS and Infotainment. You will own kernel strategies, device-tree deployment and performance optimizations.

Join a flexible team with opportunities to influence architecture, security hardening and cross-functional collaboration across automotive and industrial projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Embedded Linux, including extensive hands-on experience with Yocto.
• Strong expertise in the Linux kernel, U-Boot and Device Tree, including board bring-up, kernel configuration and Device Tree development/deployment.
• Strong knowledge of Linux kernel security features, system hardening and security platform design.
• Experience debugging kernel panics, driver-related issues and low-level system problems.
• Hands-on knowledge of C/C++, shell scripting and system performance optimization.
• Experience in platform debugging and root-cause analysis, combined with technical leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the Yocto-based embedded Linux platform architecture, with a focus on scalability and long-term maintainability.
• Drive BSP integration, board bring-up and kernel strategy while embracing challenges as opportunities to advance the platform.
• Own kernel configuration management, Device Tree architecture and deployment, and bootloader design.
• Optimize system performance, boot time, footprint, reliability and platform security with a commitment to constant progress.
• Define approaches to Linux kernel security, system hardening and secure platform design.
• Diagnose kernel panics, driver issues and low-level system problems, applying root-cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.
• Act as the technical interface to silicon vendors and partners and provide technical leadership across platform topics.
• Apply C/C++, shell scripting and low-level Linux expertise while constantly seeking innovation and advancement in embedded engineering.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Yocto

C/C++

Kernel debugging

Shell scripting

Device Tree

Linux kernel security

Performance optimization

Tools

U-Boot

Device Tree

Bootloader

Kernel configuration

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services. We offer solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Accenture Song.

THE WORK

Join our Embedded Engineering Capability and help shape a Software-Defined Vehicle platform integrating Linux, Android, QNX, AUTOSAR and Adaptive AUTOSAR into a unified developer ecosystem supporting ADAS and Infotainment.

• Lead and evolve the Yocto-based embedded Linux platform architecture, with a focus on scalability and long-term maintainability.
• Drive BSP integration, board bring-up and kernel strategy while embracing challenges as opportunities to advance the platform.
• Own kernel configuration management, Device Tree architecture and deployment, and bootloader design.
• Optimize system performance, boot time, footprint, reliability and platform security with a commitment to constant progress.
• Define approaches to Linux kernel security, system hardening and secure platform design.
• Diagnose kernel panics, driver issues and low-level system problems, applying root-cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.
• Act as the technical interface to silicon vendors and partners and provide technical leadership across platform topics.
• Apply C/C++, shell scripting and low-level Linux expertise while constantly seeking innovation and advancement in embedded engineering.

Flexible: The work location for this role may include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office — depending on specific project circumstances. With all our roles, some in‑person time is required for collaboration, learning and relationship‑building. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your work‑life needs.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Take technical ownership of a Yocto-based Linux platform and develop your expertise across architecture, kernel, BSP, Device Tree and bootloader topics.
• Work across an embedded ecosystem spanning Linux, Android, QNX, AUTOSAR and Adaptive AUTOSAR, with opportunities for continuous learning across platform technologies.
• Apply and further develop your technical leadership skills while working on software-defined vehicle technology supporting ADAS and Infotainment.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Embedded Linux, including extensive hands‑on experience with Yocto.
• Strong expertise in the Linux kernel, U-Boot and Device Tree, including board bring-up, kernel configuration and Device Tree development/deployment.
• Strong knowledge of Linux kernel security features, system hardening and security platform design.
• Experience debugging kernel panics, driver-related issues and low-level system problems.
• Hands‑on knowledge of C/C++, shell scripting and system performance optimization.
• Experience in platform debugging and root-cause analysis, combined with technical leadership skills.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Experience owning platforms spanning multiple products or multiple SoCs, including security hardening and update strategies.
• Contributions to open-source, Yocto or AOSP projects.
• Experience with automotive, industrial or safety-critical systems.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Opportunities to work with advanced embedded technologies in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Exposure to leading automotive and industrial projects shaping next‑generation software‑defined products.
• Professional growth supported by structured development paths, continuous learning resources and performance‑based rewards.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A permanent employment contract.
• Individual support from a People Lead and a clear development path, with access to coaching when needed.
• A wide training package, including technical, soft‑skill, and language trainings; access to e‑learning platforms; GenAI learning; and options for certification co‑financing.
• Employee Assistance Program (legal, financial, psychological support).
• Participation in the Employee Share Purchase Plan (including eligibility for quarterly dividends).
• Private medical care and life insurance.
• Access to the Worksmile platform and a range of benefits, including Multisport.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

Accenture does not discriminate against employment candidates based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, political beliefs, trade‑union membership, ethnicity, denomination, sexual orientation, or any other basis impermissible under Polish law. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and values, enabling us to innovate and serve our clients and communities effectively. Sustainability is embedded in everything we do.

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About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

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