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Senior Embedded Linux / BSP Engineer

· Job Posted April 06, 2026
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We are looking for a Senior Embedded Linux / BSP Engineer to lead the development and customization of Board Support Packages (BSP) for embedded systems based on NXP i.MX8 platforms. The role involves working on Yocto-based Linux distributions, system customization, OTA update mechanisms, and security features for large-scale deployed devices.

Job Responsibility

  • BSP Development & Customization: Develop and maintain BSPs based on Yocto Project (LTS – Scarthgap or similar)
  • Customize Linux distributions for embedded platforms (i.MX8M Plus or similar)
  • Create and maintain BitBake recipes and layers
  • Integrate and configure system packages (e.g., SSH, networking tools, system utilities)
  • Linux System Integration: Configure and optimize Linux kernel (preferably mainline or near-mainline)
  • Work with bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot)
  • Manage device tree configurations and hardware interfaces
  • Debug low-level system issues (boot, drivers, peripherals)
  • OTA & System Update Architecture: Design and implement OTA (Over-The-Air) update mechanisms
  • Implement A/B partitioning schemes for fail-safe updates
  • Integrate update frameworks such as RAUC, Mender, or SWUpdate
  • Ensure rollback and recovery mechanisms
  • Security & Reliability: Implement secure boot chains (TPM, signed boot, verified boot)
  • Manage firmware and software signing
  • Ensure only authenticated updates are installed
  • Address cybersecurity requirements (e.g., RED, CRA compliance)
  • Connectivity & Cloud Integration: Enable secure communication with backend systems (e.g., AWS or private cloud)
  • Implement update delivery over 4G/5G networks
  • Configure networking tools (PPP, SSH, SCP, etc.)
  • Maintenance & Long-Term Support: Ensure BSP maintainability for long lifecycle products
  • Manage versioning and release strategies
  • Support deployed device fleets (thousands of units)
  • Provide documentation and best practices for future updates

Requirements

  • Strong experience with Embedded Linux development
  • Deep knowledge of Yocto Project / BitBake
  • Experience with NXP i.MX platforms (especially i.MX8) is highly preferred
  • Solid understanding of: Linux kernel configuration and debugging, Bootloaders (U-Boot), Device Tree
  • Experience with: OTA frameworks (RAUC, Mender, SWUpdate), Secure boot and root of trust, Software signing and encryption
  • Experience with embedded networking: SSH, SCP, FTP, PPP / cellular connectivity
  • Familiarity with cloud-connected devices (AWS or similar)

What we offer

  • Flexible and Remote Working
  • Career Growth: training and advancement opportunities
  • Performance Recognition: raises and career progression opportunities based on quarterly performance review
  • Health and Fitness Benefits: fitness reimbursements from day one, health budget after one year
  • Extra Paid Annual Leave: 22 days of vacation, with an additional day added for each year of employment, up to a maximum of 26 days
  • Special Birthday Perk: Take your birthday off after a year of employment
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