Embedded Linux Engineer (m/f/x)

WORK Microwave GmbH; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 58,527 - 81,938; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

30 vacation days

Company pension scheme

Social project participation

Job summary

WORK Microwave GmbH is looking for an Embedded Linux Engineer in Holzkirchen, Germany to develop and maintain Embedded Linux BSPs and assist with hardware-software integration. Successful candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in software development, excellent programming skills in C and C++, and knowledge of Embedded Linux platforms. The role offers flexible working hours, 30 vacation days, and participation in the WORK-Benefit-Program, which includes profit sharing and a company pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in software development with a strong focus on Embedded Linux.
• Hands-on experience with Embedded Linux platform development and BSP customization.
• Understanding of embedded security concepts and basic scripting skills for automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, customize, and maintain Embedded Linux BSPs for target hardware platforms.
• Perform board bring-up and debug hardware–software integration issues.
• Collaborate with hardware and application teams to ensure system stability.

Skills

Programming skills in C

Programming skills in C++11/14

Embedded Linux software development

Problem-solving mindset

Scripting skills (Bash/Python)

Knowledge of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degrees in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Yocto/OpenEmbedded

Buildroot

Git

Qt

Wireshark

Job description

WORK Microwave – world leading top technologies.

We have been developing and manufacturing high-tech products in the fields of satellite communication, radar systems and microwave sensors for 40 years.

We offer the advantages of a medium-sized company: around 180 colleagues, short distances, flat hierarchies and real teamwork - all under one roof in Holzkirchen with sales colleagues all over the world.

Agile, innovative, open to ideas: We give responsibility instead of rules and offer room for development - both professionally and personally.

For further support we are looking for an employee as Embedded Linux Engineer (m/f/x).

What you can expect in this role

• Develop, customize, and maintain Embedded Linux BSPs for target hardware platforms
• Perform board bring‑up and debug hardware–software integration issues
• Configure and build Linux kernels, bootloaders (e.g., U‑Boot, Barebox), and root filesystems
• Work with build systems like Yocto/OpenEmbedded or Buildroot
• Implement and maintain platform security features (secure boot, access control, vulnerability mitigation, patching)
• Develop and adapt device drivers (I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet, etc.)
• Analyze and resolve system issues using debugging tools (dmesg, gdb, logs)
• Collaborate with hardware and application teams to ensure system stability
• Optimize system performance, boot time, and reliability

What you need to be successful in this role

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in software development with a strong focus on Embedded Linux
• Strong programming skills in C and in C++11/14
• Hands‑on experience with Embedded Linux platform development, BSP customization, and board‑bring‑up
• Familiarity with bootloaders (U‑Boot, Barebox) and Device Tree (DTS)
• Experience with Buildroot, Yocto/OpenEmbedded or similar build systems
• Understanding of embedded security concepts (secure boot, cryptography basics, secure firmware updates, vulnerability handling)
• Basic scripting skills (Bash/Python) for automation
• Knowledge of embedded communication protocols and networking (I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet, TCP/IP)
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and ability to work in cross‑functional teams

Our Tech‑Stack:

C, C++, git , Python 3, Qt, HTTP, JSON, XML, Make, Buildroot, Gitlab (Task Planning/CI), Wireshark,System platforms (selection): Generic x86‑based server hardware, Intel Xeon D, NXP QorIQ® P2020, Xilinx Zynq Ultrascale+

What we offer

• You will receive a thorough and careful onboarding with us
• You will have an innovative and international working environment with modern, well‑equipped workstations
• The attractive Alpine foothills, near Munich, offer very good transport connections via the highway (A8) and public transport (S-Bahn S3 and BRB)
• You benefit from flexible working hours as part of a 40‑hour week with 30 vacation days
• You will receive a salary in line with your skills and previous experience
• Profit sharing, salary optimization “More net for the gross” including bike and PC leasing, Germany Ticket and a company pension scheme are part of our “WORK‑Benefit‑Program”
• During breaks, you can use table tennis, darts and much more in our recreation room and you can also enjoy a weekly exercise break
• We participate in social projects and are also happy to support you in your social commitment with paid time off work