Technical Specialist – Embedded Linux

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. Design and develop new product development and existing systems on Yocto-based Linux platforms .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeHyderabad • IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Yocto-based Linux platforms, including software development with C/C++, scripting with Python and Shell, and modern DevOps practices. Proficient in build automation and deployment processes, with a strong focus on collaboration within distributed teams and adherence to best practices in Linux environments.

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Yocto/OpenEmbeddedC/C++ Software DevelopmentEmbedded LinuxCI/CD with GitLab and JenkinsDevOps Tools Expertise

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Hard Skills

C/C++ ProgrammingPython ScriptingShell ScriptingLinux Kernel ConfigurationDevice TreeGNU ToolchainBuild AutomationTest-Driven DevelopmentImage Creation for ARM PlatformsDocker

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Azure DevOpsJIRAGitBitbucketTerraformKubernetesChef/AnsibleAWS

Industry Keywords

DevSecOpsCybersecurity PrinciplesOpen SourceAgileSAFe

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureChefCyber SecurityDockerJenkinsKubernetesLinuxOpen SourcePythonTerraformC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop new product development and existing systems on Yocto-based Linux platforms
Maintain and support the Yocto build system in a CI/CD environment
Package and deploy software images
Configure, modify, and integrate the kernel and embedded bootloaders
Port custom drivers and apply patches to legacy packages
Design and develop automation to validate builds in the CI/CD pipeline
Maintain close connection to the Yocto Project and collaborate with the open-source community
Work with Agile, SAFe, and related project management tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, and IBM Jazz
Collaborate with geographically distributed teams
Establish best practices and guidelines for Linux builds and deployments
Work under minimal direction

Requirements

What you’ll need

BE/ME or BTech/MTech in Electronics, or BE/BTech in Electronics, or ME/MTech in Computer Science
10+ years of experience in the listed areas
Professional experience in software development using C/C++
Experience using scripting languages such as Python and Shell
Passion for Linux and open source
Solid experience with embedded Linux, including Yocto/OpenEmbedded or Buildroot
Experience with U-Boot, Linux kernel configuration, and Device Tree
Experience building Linux platforms with open-source packages and related testing
Proficiency with GNU (Cross-)Toolchain and (C)Make
Experience creating images for hardware platforms such as ARM series, including NXP and TI
Experience with modern DevOps practices and tools, including test-driven development, Git, automated builds and tests, and CI/CD with GitLab, Jenkins, and AWS
Git expertise including merging, rebasing, and cherry-picking
Expert knowledge of build automation/DevOps tools such as Bitbucket, Docker, Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, and Chef/Ansible
Knowledge of DevSecOps and cybersecurity principles, theories, and concepts
Hands-on experience building and handling VMs and containers using tools such as Docker
Preferred: Linux and Windows administration
Preferred: CVE and Linux security requirements
Preferred: secure boot, encryption, and software update mechanisms

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive total rewards package
Other benefits and well-being programs may be included; offerings vary by role and location
Programs designed to support employees’ health, security, and success