Embedded Software Engineer - Yocto and Linux Experience

Global Connect Technologies; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies in Cleveland, OH is seeking an Embedded Engineer with strong Yocto Linux experience to design, customize, and maintain embedded Linux distributions. You will build BSPs, work with device drivers and hardware teams to deliver reliable, high-performance software across embedded platforms.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 4+ years in embedded software, and hands-on skills with Yocto, C/C++, Git, and debugging tools to support development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, customize, and maintain Yocto-based embedded Linux distributions.

Skills

C/C++

Yocto Project

Embedded Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

Git

Build systems

Debugging tools

Device drivers

Job description

yWe are seeking a skilled Embedded Engineer with strong experience in Yocto Linu x to join our engineering team in Cleveland, OH. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience developing and customizing embedded Linux systems, building BSPs, and working with embedded hardware platforms. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable, high-performance embedded software solutions

.Required Qualification

• sBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• .4+ years of experience in embedded software development
• .Strong experience with Yocto Project and embedded Linux
• .Proficiency in C/C++ programming
• .Experience with Linux kernel, device drivers, and BSP development
• .Familiarity with Git, build systems, and debugging tools
• .Knowledge of embedded hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, and Ethernet

.Preferred Skill

• sExperience with ARM-based processors and bootloaders (U-Boot)
• .Understanding of real‑time operating systems (RTOS) is a plus
• .Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• .Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

.Responsibilitie

• sDevelop, customize, and maintain Yocto-based embedded Linux distributions
• .Integrate and optimize BSPs, device drivers, and system software
• .Debug and resolve software and hardware integration issues
• .Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams throughout the product lifecycle
• .Support system validation, testing, and performance optimization
• .Maintain technical documentation and follow software development best practices