Senior Embedded Linux Engineer

Cloud Analytics Technologies, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Houston seeks a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer to develop software and firmware for drone systems. In this hands-on role, you'll work closely with hardware, robotics, and cloud engineering teams. Required qualifications include a degree in a related discipline and at least 3 years of professional experience in embedded Linux systems development. Join a dynamic team making an impactful contribution to public safety.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in embedded Linux systems development.
• Experience with embedded Linux platforms (Nvidia Jetson, Qualcomm RB5, NXP i.MX, or similar).
• Debug, profile, and test systems to ensure performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Own Linux kernel CI/CD and cross-compilation pipeline.
• Integrate new software and hardware systems within embedded Linux.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate new features in drone systems.

Skills

Embedded Linux systems development

Linux kernel modification

Hardware debugging

Cross-compiling

Collaborative problem-solving

Education

Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Nvidia Jetson

Qualcomm RB5

NXP i.MX

Yocto

Buildroot

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer to join our engineering team and play a critical role in developing the software and firmware that powers drone systems. You will design, optimize, and maintain embedded Linux solutions for drone operations, working closely with robotics, hardware, and cloud engineering teams. This is a hands‑on role for an experienced engineer who thrives in fast‑paced environments, loves solving hard technical problems, and wants their work to directly impact public safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Own Linux kernel CI/CD, cross‑compilation, and modification pipeline
• Contribute to system software and hardware architecture decisions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and safety in mission‑critical applications.
• Integrate new software systems within an embedded Linux system.
• Integrate new hardware systems within an embedded Linux system by modifying or writing drivers.
• Debug, profile, and test systems to ensure performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with robotics, hardware, and cloud teams to integrate new features.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 3+ years of professional experience in embedded Linux systems development.
• Experience with embedded Linux platforms (Nvidia Jetson, Qualcomm RB5, NXP i.MX, or similar)
• Experience in Linux kernel modification, kernel module creation, and driver debugging.
• Writing and modifying Linux drivers.
• Familiarity with wireless driver stacks (Wi‑Fi/BT/LTE).
• Solid understanding of MIPI CSI interfaces, camera sensor integration, and V4L2 pipeline.
• Proficient with embedded toolchains, cross‑compiling, and kernel/boot‑loader customization.
• Comfortable working with hardware prototypes, schematics, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in embedded Linux systems development.
• Experience with custom PCB bring‑up and low‑level hardware debugging.
• Familiarity with sensor initialization via I²C/SPI/CANBUS and power sequencing.
• Experience with camera tuning (gain, exposure, white balance) or GStreamer pipelines.
• Proficiency with Yocto or Buildroot for embedded Linux build automation.
• Experience with JTAG/SWD debuggers, bootloader recovery, or automated hardware tests.
• Knowledge of edge AI model deployment.
• Familiarity with USB SuperSpeed, Linux gadget drivers, and PCIe peripherals.
• Experience working with mobile or IoT Linux devices.

Equal Opportunity Employer
CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.