Remote Senior Embedded Linux Firmware Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,167,000; Full time

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Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Remote Senior Firmware Engineer specializing in Embedded Linux. You will design, develop, and maintain firmware powering advanced hardware, including kernel drivers and bootloaders, in a globally distributed team.

The role emphasizes strong C/C++ expertise, Yocto/Buildroot experience, and collaboration with hardware engineers. Remote work enables flexible scheduling and global project involvement.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a degree in CS/EE or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of firmware development experience in embedded Linux.
• Strong C/C++ skills for kernel modules and drivers.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize firmware for embedded Linux systems.
• Write high-quality C/C++ code for kernel modules and system apps.
• Develop and debug bootloaders (U-Boot) and configure Linux kernel for targets.
• Implement hardware interfacing components and system control software.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define firmware requirements.
• Create and execute comprehensive firmware test plans.
• Optimize firmware for performance, power, and memory usage.
• Use Git and follow Agile practices; participate in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot complex firmware issues in a remote workflow.

Skills

Embedded Linux

C/C++

Linux kernel

Device drivers

Yocto Project

Buildroot

Git

Agile development

JTAG debugging

Education

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

Tools

Yocto Project

Buildroot

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Remote Senior Firmware Engineer specializing in Embedded Linux. You will design, develop, and maintain firmware powering advanced hardware, including kernel drivers and bootloaders, in a globally distributed team.

The role emphasizes strong C/C++ expertise, Yocto/Buildroot experience, and collaboration with hardware engineers. Remote work enables flexible scheduling and global project involvement.