Embedded Linux Engineer (Remote, Global)

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Linux Firmware Engineer with hands-on experience in Yocto-based build systems. In this role, you will focus on building the firmware level for our devices, handle fleet management, together with developing and maintaining the tools required by the software team while ensuring seamless integration with new hardware components. 

The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with hardware engineers to validate and interface with new devices, as well as maintain a strong emphasis on device security.

This is a highly collaborative position, where you will be instrumental in bridging the hardware and software teams to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain firmware solutions for custom build hardware solutions using Yocto.
• Build and enhance tools to support the software development team in managing a fleet of devices.
• Build and support OTA for our devices
• Work closely with the hardware team to validate new hardware components and ensure compatibility.
• Develop interfaces for hardware components to enable communication at the software level.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of new hardware, ensuring reliability and functionality.
• Implement device security protocols, focusing on secure boot, data encryption, and system integrity.
• Monitor and improve the performance, scalability, and security of the firmware.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience with Yocto Project build systems.
• Solid understanding of embedded Linux environments and development workflows.
• Experience in fleet management, including monitoring and maintaining device fleets at scale.
• Strong knowledge of hardware validation, troubleshooting, and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with developing communication protocols for hardware-software interaction.
• Good understanding of device security best practices, including secure boot and encryption.
• Proficient in scripting and programming languages such as C, Python, and Bash.

Soft Skills

• Proactive and independent problem-solver.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills within a distributed team environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong ability to manage time and tasks effectively.

Confidence Gap

We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.

About Keyo

We are building a company that reflects the world in which we want to live. One where we can enjoy the convenience of biometrics without compromising our privacy or personal freedom. To make this a reality, our technology allows businesses of all kinds to adopt biometric authentication quickly and easily. With Keyo, people are clocking into work, paying for a coffee, and unlocking doors with a wave of their hand. Our team is remote first, by design. Our talented employees work from all over the world because we want Keyo to reflect the people who use it: global citizens who bring their diverse perspectives to solve unique problems.

We are at an exciting juncture and looking for new voices and ideas to continue building our vision for the company. Keyo believes that the things that make us unique are our greatest strengths. We have an inclusive, global, remote-first workplace that comprises people from all different lifestyles, backgrounds, abilities, and nationalities.

Please note: Keyo is undergoing SOC2 compliance and performs background checks, and provides security training to team members.