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Yocto Kernel - Embedded Linux Engineer

Iconma

Andover, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), Analysis Skills, BSP, Best Practices, Booting, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Device Drivers, Docker, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Linux, Embedded Systems, GDB (Gnu Debugger), Git, Health Plan, I2C, IPv6, Information Technology Consulting, Kernel Programming, Linux Distributions, Linux Drivers, Linux Kernel, Linux Operating System, Memory Hardware, PCI Express (PCI-E), Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Release Notes, Root Cause Analysis, Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux), Software Engineering, Software Patches, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Integration (SI), TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Technical Writing, USB, Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter (UART), Unix Shell Programming, Virtualization
LOCATION
Andover, MA
POSTED
1 day ago
Our Client, a IT Services and Consulting company, is looking for a Yocto Kernel - Embedded Linux Engineer for their Andover¸ MA location.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Develop, configure, and optimize Yocto-based Linux distributions for embedded platforms.
  • Customize and maintain Linux kernel, including patching, driver integration, and board-specific configuration.
  • Create and manage BSP layers, recipes, and meta layers for various hardware platforms.
  • Integrate and maintain device drivers (I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO, etc.) and ensure hardware–software compatibility.
  • Debug system level issues using tools such as GDB, strace, perf, ftrace, and kernel logs.
  • Support bootloader (U Boot) configuration, customization, and optimization.
  • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and application teams to ensure seamless system integration.
  • Conduct performance tuning, system profiling, and memory optimization for embedded targets.
  • Ensure security best practices, including secure boot, trusted execution, and Linux hardening.
  • Prepare technical documentation, build instructions, and release notes.
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 3–8+ years of hands on experience in embedded Linux development.
  • Strong expertise in the Yocto Project, BitBake recipes, layers, and cross compilation.
  • Solid understanding of Linux kernel internals, configuration, customization, and debugging.
  • Experience writing or modifying Linux device drivers.
  • Proficiency with embedded toolchains, build systems, and version control (Git).
  • Experience with bootloaders (U Boot) and board bring up.
  • Strong knowledge of hardware interfaces (I2C, SPI, GPIO, PCIe, USB, etc.).
  • Fluent in C/C++ and shell scripting.
  • Hands on experience with ARM based or similar embedded architectures.
  • Experience with Yocto-based CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of real-time patches (PREEMPT_RT).
  • Familiarity with virtualization or container technologies (Docker, LXC) for embedded use.
  • Exposure to security frameworks (SELinux, AppArmor).
  • Understanding of OTA update frameworks (Mender, SWUpdate).
  • Knowledge of networking stacks (TCP/IP, IPv6) and protocol debugging.
  • Strong problem solving and root-cause analysis ability.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
  • Ownership mindset and ability to work independently.
  • Strong documentation and organizational skills.
  • Experience in embedded Linux development
  • Yocto Project
  • Linux kernel internals
  • Linux device drivers
  • Years of Experience: 8.00 Years of Experience
Skills:
  • Category                     Name               Required         Importance    
  • Software Skills             Linux               Yes                  1
  • Video Engineering        Yocto               Yes                  1
 
Why Should You Apply?
  • Health Benefits
  • Referral Program
  • Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
 
ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.
 

About the Company

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Iconma

ICONMA is a global information consulting management firm providing Professional Staffing Services and Project-Based Solutions for organizations in a broad range of industries.

  • Corporate Headquarters in Troy, Michigan; 20+ locations worldwide.
  • Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE); certified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC); and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
  • Founded in 2000
  • 2000+ Employees

The company was founded on the principle that success is derived from delivering high quality service and resources in the most responsive, flexible, and innovative way. ICONMA invests in people and resources with a single goal: To provide our customers with the highest quality service in the most responsive manner. Through its network of offices, ICONMA provides the resources to help clients maintain their competitive advantage.

COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.iconma.com/