R&D Software System Architect (Embedded Linux)

SEARCH STAFFING SERVICES PTE. LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SEARCH STAFFING SERVICES PTE. LTD is seeking a System Software Architect to lead the end-to-end design and development of embedded software for high-performance products. You will define scalable architectures and drive integration across hardware and software platforms.

The role requires strong C/C++, Rust, Python and Bash skills, hands-on Embedded Linux experience (Yocto/PetaLinux), and leadership in DevOps/CI/CD. Singapore Citizens with security clearance eligibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of embedded software/system design experience.
• Experience in software architecture, technical design and system integration.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Rust, Python and Bash for embedded systems.
• Experience with Embedded Linux, Yocto/PetaLinux, OS customization and kernel configuration.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end architecture, design and development of embedded software, firmware and applications.
• Define scalable, secure architectures and integration strategies across platforms.
• Design and develop embedded Linux solutions including Yocto/PetaLinux, kernel configuration and BSPs.
• Lead system integration, debugging, performance optimisation and reliability testing.
• Provide technical leadership and collaborate with stakeholders to drive product delivery.

Skills

Embedded software

System architecture

C/C++

Rust

Python

Bash

Embedded Linux

OS customization

Kernel configuration

RTOS/bare-metal

Networking

DevOps/CI/CD

GitLab

Docker

Cybersecurity awareness

Tools

Yocto/PetaLinux

GitLab

Docker

Job description

System Software Architect

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end architecture, design and development of embedded software, firmware and application-level solutions for complex, high-performance products.
• Define scalable, secure and maintainable software architectures, system interfaces and integration strategies across hardware and software platforms.
• Design and develop embedded Linux solutions, including OS customisation, kernel configuration, Yocto/PetaLinux, firmware and application software.
• Lead system integration, debugging, performance optimisation and reliability testing, while providing technical direction on complex engineering issues.
• Provide technical leadership to software engineers and collaborate with product, project, hardware and external stakeholders to drive technical decisions and successful product delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in embedded software/system design and development, with demonstrated experience in software architecture, technical design and system integration.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Rust, Python and Bash, with hands-on experience developing software for embedded or resource-constrained systems.
• Strong experience with Embedded Linux, preferably including Yocto/PetaLinux, OS customisation, kernel configuration, BSPs or Linux kernel drivers; RTOS or bare-metal experience is advantageous.
• Good understanding of hardware-software integration, networking and system-level debugging, including Ethernet, TCP/IP/UDP, routing, switching and network security fundamentals.
• Strong technical leadership and communication skills, with experience in DevOps/CI/CD, GitLab and Docker; exposure to cybersecurity, secure coding, FPGA/SoC or security products is an advantage.
• Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be Singapore Citizens and able to meet the requirements for government security clearance.