Senior Embedded Lead Engineer - Linux & Microservices

Pi-Square Technologies LLC

Detroit (MI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Pi-square technologies in Michigan seeks an Embedded Lead Engineer with 5–10 years of embedded software experience to lead development on ARM-based platforms, including Yocto Linux. The role collaborates across Agile teams to drive robust, scalable embedded solutions.

The candidate will optimize embedded Linux systems, implement efficient IPC using ZeroMQ/D-Bus, and guide cross-functional integration with microservices and legacy apps. Strong documentation and risk management are essential.

Qualifications

5–10 years of embedded software experience.
Hands-on with Yocto Linux and ARM-based platforms (NXP i.MX6).
Working knowledge of systemd, hardware watchdog, and Linux OS optimization.
Familiarity with ASP.NET Core microservices and IPC frameworks such as ZeroMQ or D-Bus.
Experience in regulated industries preferred.

Responsibilities

Optimize embedded software solutions using ZeroMQ, ActiveMQ, Embedded Linux, C#, and PostgreSQL.
Drive integration and communication strategies between microservices, legacy applications, and embedded systems.
Tune performance, observability, monitoring, logging, and proactive incident analysis.
Provide code reviews, risk management, and technical documentation for Yocto-based Linux platforms.
Collaborate with Agile teams to ensure feasibility and roadmap execution.