Lead Embedded Software Engineer

US641 Valmet, Inc.; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous wage and benefits package

Company-funded registered pension plan

Job summary

US641 Valmet, Inc. in Owings Mills, MD, is seeking a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to define platform direction and tackle complex challenges in embedded software. You'll provide architectural oversight for our Linux platforms, collaborate with engineers across various teams, and ensure our products align with market expectations.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years in embedded Linux development and a degree in Computer Science or Engineering. This role offers a robust benefits package, including a company-funded pension plan.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in embedded Linux development.
• Strong expertise with Yocto and custom Linux distribution development.
• Mastery of Linux kernel internals and device drivers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and architectural oversight for embedded Linux software.
• Drive the platform strategy across Yocto builds and kernel configuration.
• Lead development, debugging, and optimization of Linux kernel modules.

Skills

Embedded Linux development

C/C++ for embedded applications

Technical leadership

Yocto and custom Linux distribution

Debugging and profiling tools

Low-latency and deterministic design

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Valgrind

perf

oprofile

Job description

Are you a technical leader who can define platform direction, tackle complex embedded challenges, and shape the long‑term evolution of embedded products? If so, you could be our next Lead Embedded Software Engineer, responsible for leading the architecture, implementation, and advancement of the embedded Linux platforms that power our automation solutions. Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development, leadership and well‑being. As a global company, we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations. Apply your expertise in our industry leading team of automation professionals. As a senior technical authority, you will influence product strategy, drive architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure our embedded platforms deliver on performance, reliability, and lifecycle expectations. You’ll work across hardware, firmware, software, and product teams to align the platform with both immediate needs and long‑term vision.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and architectural oversight for embedded Linux software across multiple product lines
• Drive the platform strategy across Yocto builds, kernel configuration, driver architecture, and real‑time system behavior
• Lead development, debugging, and optimization of Linux kernel modules, device drivers, and application software
• Architect and guide the implementation of real‑time, performance‑critical applications in C/C++
• Drive resolution of complex issues spanning hardware, kernel, bootloaders, and user‑space components
• Ensure long‑term platform maintainability, security posture, and scalability
• Mentor embedded engineers and raise the technical bar across the organization
• Collaborate with hardware, test, manufacturing, and product management to ensure system success
• Oversee BSP integration and validation of embedded platform components
• Contribute to architecture documentation, design guidelines, and engineering standards
• Represent embedded engineering in design reviews, technical governance, and roadmap planning

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in embedded Linux development
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
• Strong expertise with Yocto and custom Linux distribution development
• Experience with debugging and profiling tools such as Valgrind, perf, oprofile, or similar
• Mastery of Linux kernel internals, device drivers, and low‑level system debugging
• Highly proficient in C/C++ for embedded and real‑time applications
• Understanding of low‑latency and deterministic system design (e.g., PREEMPT_RT)
• Proven track record of technical leadership
• Comfortable working at the intersection of hardware and software
• Demonstrates strong systems thinking, structured problem‑solving, and lifecycle awareness
• Experience in industrial automation or mission‑critical environments is a plus

Benefits

We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development‑minded people who enjoy working in a fast‑paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company‑funded registered pension plan.