Embedded Linux Engineer

Xyant Technology, Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Xyant Technology, Inc. is seeking an Embedded Linux Engineer in Cedar Rapids, IA (Onsite) for a 12-month contract. The role focuses on embedded Linux software development, including board support package creation, kernel/root filesystem work, and driver development across diverse hardware platforms.

The position requires hands-on experience with embedded Linux, C/C++, scripting (Bash/Python), and strong debugging skills, within an Agile/D0vSecOps environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience OR In absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience is required
• A minimum of 3 years professional experience with embedded Linux device drivers
• Proficiency with embedded C/C++
• Experience with scripting languages (Bash and Python)
• Experience with board bring-up and target hardware integration
• Experience with debugging and root cause investigations using hardware schematics and tools such as logic analyzer and Wireshark
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Experience with GIT and SVN version control systems
• Experience packaging custom Linux distribution with Buildroot
• Development experience Agile methodologies and DevSecOps

Responsibilities

• Participate in Agile team meetings and planning activities, as required to support programs covered by this work plan
• Contribute to the design, coding, testing, delivery and ongoing support for embedded Linux software systems in areas such as build toolchain, kernel, root filesystem, bootloader, device drivers, and BSP for a wide variety of hardware boards
• Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software issues.
• Management of change request and task assignments through Jira

Skills

Embedded Linux

C/C++

Scripting

Device drivers

Version control

Tools

Git

SVN

Buildroot

Logic analyzer

Wireshark

Job description

Xyant Technology, established in 1995, is a premier federal systems integrator that provides technical and business solutions in information technology, systems engineering, scientific support and management consulting.

AWARDS

Winner of Nationwide Best of the Best Small Business Award from Federal Aviation

Job Description

Job Title:Embedded Linux Engineer

Location:Cedar Rapids, IA (Onsite)

Duration:12 Months Contract (40 hours per week)

Direct Client Need

Position Summary:

Our major client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Embedded Linux Software Engineering Contractor to work with our Applied Research and Technology (ART) Microelectronics Technology team.

Your work will contribute to the development of cutting-edge defense solutions across Mission Systems, leveraging your expertise developing and supporting embedded Linux Board Support Package (BSP) and driver development.

Job Responsibilities:

Participate in Agile team meetings and planning activities, as required to support programs covered by this work plan

Contribute to the design, coding, testing, delivery and ongoing support for embedded Linux software systems in areas such as build toolchain, kernel, root filesystem, bootloader, device drivers, and BSP for a wide variety of hardware boards

Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software issues.

Management of change request and task assignments through Jira

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience OR In absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience is required

A minimum of 3 years professional experience with embedded Linux device drivers

Proficiency with embedded C/C++

Experience with scripting languages (Bash and Python)

Experience with board bring-up and target hardware integration

Experience with debugging and root cause investigations using hardware schematics and tools such as logic analyzer and Wireshark

Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work in a collaborative environment

Experience with GIT and SVN version control systems

Experience packaging custom Linux distribution with Buildroot

Development experience Agile methodologies and DevSecOps