Embedded Linux Software Engineer

TechDigital Group; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Andover is seeking an experienced software developer focused on C/C++ and Linux for embedded systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of professional experience, with skills in multi-threaded applications, hardware interface troubleshooting, and the Qt framework. Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential. This position requires collaboration with a team of software engineers while delivering on sprint commitments in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop hands-on C/C++ software.
• Support a team of over 7 software engineers.
• Deliver on sprint commitments and program objectives.

Skills

C/C++ software development

Linux programming

Embedded systems experience

Multi-threaded applications

Troubleshooting hardware interfaces

Qt framework

API development

CI/CD tools

Unit testing frameworks

Scripting (Lua, Python, Shell)

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Job description

• At least 5 years of professional software development experience, with strong emphasis on C/C++ and Linux; experience in embedded systems, ideally within medical devices.
• Proven experience developing and debugging multi-threaded applications on Linux.
• Experience working with and troubleshooting multiple hardware interfaces, such as PCIe, CAN, I2C, I2S, UART, SPI, USB, etc., in a Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of Linux internals, including device drivers, bootloader, kernel, and root file system.
• Hands‑on Experience developing and debugging UI using the Qt framework on Linux.
• Experience with hands‑on development of TCP/IP and Restful APIs based applications is desired.
• Experience working from the Linux command line and code editors like Vim.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.
• Ability to write unit and component‑level tests for C/C++ applications, manual and automated with frameworks like GoogleTest, Unity, etc.
• Experience with Lua, Python, or Shell scripting for automation, testing, and tooling is required.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and comfort working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills, including experience collaborating with external contractors and reviewing technical deliverables.

Top Skills

• Develop hands‑on C/C++ software
• Support and augment the internal team of 7+ software engineers.
• Deliver against sprint commitments and program increment objectives.