Job Description:
We are looking for a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer to join a project focused on developing and maintaining software for IoT devices connected to cloud platforms.
In this role, you will work on C-based client applications running on embedded Linux systems, integrating devices with AWS IoT services using the AWS SDK. You will also contribute to the evolution of the solution, including potential development of an alternative cloud connectivity approach (e.g., based on thin-edge.io).
This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys low-level development, working close to hardware, and building reliable, scalable device-to-cloud communication solutions.
Must-have Requirements
Strong proficiency in C programming
Solid experience with Linux development (preferably Embedded Linux / user-space applications)
Hands-on experience with AWS IoT SDK (preferably C-based)
Experience with build systems: Yocto and/or Buildroot
Experience with shell scripting (Bash)
Understanding of IoT device development
Nice-to-have
Experience with AWS IoT ecosystem and device-to-cloud integration
Familiarity with MQTT or other IoT protocols
Experience working with embedded systems/edge devices
Familiarity with thin-edge.io
Experience developing custom IoT clients or agents
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain IoT client software in C
Integrate devices with cloud platforms (AWS or alternatives)
Work on embedded Linux user-space applications
Configure and maintain build environments (Yocto / Buildroot)
Contribute to the development of an alternative cloud connectivity solution (e.g., thin-edge.io-based)
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Skills Required
- Strong proficiency in C programming
- Solid experience with Linux development, preferably Embedded Linux/user-space applications
- Hands-on experience with AWS IoT SDK, preferably C-based
- Experience with build systems: Yocto and/or Buildroot
- Experience with shell scripting (Bash)
- Understanding of IoT device development
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