Embedded Systems Engineer

ATHEER Connectivity; Riyadh; Hybrid; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology startup in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Embedded Systems Engineer to develop and optimize embedded software solutions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Embedded Linux, Yocto, and low-level system programming, along with the ability to collaborate closely with hardware teams. This role offers a competitive salary, growth opportunities, and flexible work options in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and cutting-edge technology.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Growth Opportunities

Innovative Work Environment

Flexible & Collaborative Culture

Work on Next-Gen Wireless Tech

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong experience with embedded Linux, including system configuration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in Yocto, including custom layers, recipes, device tree, bootloader, kernel, and root filesystem.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with hardware and firmware teams.
• Read schematics and support system-level debugging.
• Contribute to the full lifecycle of the embedded platform.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Yocto development

C programming

Rust programming

Linux device drivers

Networking fundamentals

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Systems Engineer with deep hands‑on experience in Embedded Linux, Yocto development, and low‑level system programming. The ideal candidate is proficient in C (and preferably Rust), understands Linux device drivers and device trees, and has strong fundamentals in networking.

This role involves close collaboration with hardware and firmware teams, requiring the ability to read schematics, participate in board bring‑up, and support system‑level debugging. The engineer will contribute to the full lifecycle of our embedded platform, from architecture and development to validation and optimization.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong experience with embedded Linux, including system configuration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in Yocto, including custom layers, recipes, device tree, bootloader, kernel, and root filesystem (rootfs).
• Programming experience in C, with working knowledge of Rust.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including Linux networking, Ethernet bring‑up, VLAN basics, bridging and routing concepts.
• Ability to collaborate with hardware teams, including reading schematics and supporting board‑level debugging.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Growth Opportunities
  • Industry‑aligned salary based on experience.
  • Fast‑track career growth in a high‑impact technology startup.
• Innovative Work Environment
  • Work on cutting‑edge wireless networking solutions.
  • Collaborate with experts in RF, networking, and software development.
• Flexible & Collaborative Culture
  • Hybrid / remote work options.
  • Close‑knit team with a focus on innovation and problem‑solving.
• Work on Next‑Gen Wireless Tech
  • Build software solutions for high‑speed mmWave networking.
  • Shape the future of wireless connectivity and smart networking.