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Smile

Technical Expert, Embedded Linux – Yocto / Buildroot

Smile

. Get involved from the scoping phase of new embedded systems and software-intensive IoT projects .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeToulouse • FranceSeniorLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in embedded software development, particularly under Linux, with a strong focus on kernel driver development and real-time systems. Proficient in customer engagement and technical support, with a commitment to quality and team leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Embedded Software DevelopmentKernel Driver DevelopmentGNU/Linux ExpertiseYocto Project ProficiencyC/C++ Programming Skills

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Hard Skills
Embedded Software DevelopmentKernel Driver DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingPython ProficiencyBash ProficiencyCross-Compilation ToolchainsGDB DebuggersFtrace Tracing ToolLTTng Tracing ToolProfiling Tools
Soft Skills
Excellent Interpersonal SkillsTeam-Oriented MindsetNatural Leadership
Tools & Technologies
Yocto ProjectBuildrootPREEMPT_RTAgile MethodologiesEmbedded CI/CD
Industry Keywords
AerospaceAutomotiveRailwayTelecommunicationsEnergy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
IoTLinuxOpen SourcePythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Get involved from the scoping phase of new embedded systems and software-intensive IoT projects
  • Assess customer requirements and propose suitable Open Source solutions
  • Define low-level architectures for industrial customers in the aerospace, automotive, railway, telecommunications, and energy sectors
  • Provide Level 3 technical support
  • Diagnose complex issues, including kernel panics, unstable drivers, and critical optimization challenges
  • Review the technical content and quality of the agency’s deliverables
  • Provide regular reports to Smile’s expert committee
  • Participate in recruitment and assess the technical skills of future talent

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 10+ years of experience in embedded software development under Linux
  • Extensive experience with complex architectures and high-level customer engagement
  • Expert-level command of GNU/Linux
  • Advanced expertise in kernel driver development
  • Expertise in real-time systems (PREEMPT_RT)
  • Extensive expert experience with the Yocto Project (BitBake, custom layers) or Buildroot
  • Strong C/C++ programming skills
  • Proficiency in Python and Bash
  • Proficiency with cross-compilation toolchains
  • Proficiency with GDB debuggers
  • Proficiency with the Ftrace and LTTng tracing tools
  • Proficiency with profiling tools
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to explain complex technical issues in clear, accessible terms
  • Team-oriented mindset and natural leadership
  • Ongoing monitoring of industry innovations and Agile methodologies, iterative V-model development cycles, and embedded CI/CD
  • Fluency in spoken and technical English is essential

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Close support and mentoring from peers, including technical experts
  • Comprehensive training program
  • E-learning platform
  • Certification funding
  • Knowledge-sharing tools
  • Attendance at major industry events
  • Contributions to white papers and knowledge sharing on the linuxembedded.fr blog
  • Contributions to Yocto Project and Buildroot community projects
  • European community and open software culture