Embedded Linux Software Engineer
SQUAD Lviv, Lviv Oblast, Ukraine
IT Services and IT Consulting · 501-1,000 employees
About the role
Design, develop, and maintain Linux-based embedded systems while ensuring high performance and reliability. Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate components and resolve complex system issues.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires 5+ years of experience in embedded software development and a degree in a relevant technical field. Candidates must have strong proficiency in C/C++, embedded Linux, and hardware diagnostic tools.
Benefits
Full description
Team Summary
Our Embedded Engineering Division focuses on designing, developing, and supporting reliable embedded software solutions. We bridge the gap between software and hardware to power modern technology, ensuring seamless system integration, high performance, and overall product stability across our hardware lineup.
Job Summary
This role is designed for an experienced Embedded Engineer who enjoys driving system software solutions and tackling complex hardware-software integration challenges. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining Linux-based embedded systems, optimizing performance, and providing technical guidance to ensure project success across complex environments.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Design, write, and optimize embedded software for hardware platforms, prioritizing reliability and high performance.
- Collaborate closely with hardware and software engineering teams to integrate, test, and validate system components.
- Identify and resolve complex system issues and bugs using hardware and software diagnostic tools to guarantee system stability.
- Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain high quality standards and mentor junior engineers on best practices.
- Adopt modern tools, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance engineering processes while keeping technical documentation accurate and up to date.
Qualifications and Skills
- 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, or related fields.
- Hands-on experience writing clean, optimized C/C++ for embedded platforms.
- Practical experience with embedded Linux platforms and kernel module development.
- Solid understanding of embedded peripherals, sensors, and standard communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART).
- Proficiency with JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and troubleshooting tools for performance tuning.
- Strong Git workflow experience for version control and collaborative development.
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills, ownership of deliverables, adaptable mindset.
- At least an Intermediate level in both written and spoken English (B1).
Nice to have
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and bare-metal microcontroller development.
- Knowledge of Python or Bash for testing and workflow automation.
- Familiarity with IoT architectures and connecting embedded devices to cloud platforms.
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and battery/power consumption optimization.
We offer multiple benefits that include
- The environment of equal opportunities, transparent and value-based corporate culture, and an individual approach to each team member
- Competitive compensation and perks. Annual performance review
- Opportunity to receive a Performance Bonus for your individual achievements and a Loyalty Bonus recognizing your dedication to the company
- Gig-contract
- 21 paid vacation days per year, paid public holidays according to Ukrainian legislation
- Development opportunities like corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and free English classes, as well as educational leaves
- Medical insurance is provided from day one. Sick leaves and medical leaves are available
- Remote working mode is available within Ukraine only
- Free meals, fruits, and snacks when working in the office.
