Senior Embedded Linux Kernel Engineer

Company Description

Camlin is a global technology leader that operates with the vision of bringing revolutionary products to life for a wide range of industries, including power and rail, and also has interests in a number of R&D projects in a variety of scientific sectors.

At Camlin we believe in high quality engineering and design, allowing us to develop market leading products and services. In short, we love creating value for our customers by solving difficult problems. As of today, the Camlin operation spans over 20 countries across the globe.

What To Expect Day To Day

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Linux Platform Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the building blocks of Linux-based systems, including bootloaders, drivers, and software packages. Expect an environment that fosters growth and innovation, offering opportunities to contribute to impactful projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to a dynamic team. You will have the opportunity to learn new skills, work with experienced engineers, and make a real impact on the company.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Linux Platform Engineer, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Developing high quality software as well as unit and component tests within a continuous integration environment
• Developing Bootloaders, Linux drivers for custom designs.
• Integrating new packages into existing integration environment.
• Supporting other projects developed within company by providing expertise related to low level software / Linux domain area.
• Co-ordinating with the Product Owner, team members and other stakeholders to meet business objectives
• Participating in project planning sessions and providing estimates
• Understanding the product and domain in order to write technical specifications
• Configuring and maintaining release and deployment environments
• Participating in manual end to end system QA testing

Essential Criteria:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in low-level Linux development.
• Proficiency in debugging bootloaders, Linux kernel, and cross-compilation challenges.
• Strong grasp of Linux integration environments, preferably Yocto.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Experience with peripheral standards (I2C, SPI, PCI, PCIe, RS422, RS485, RS232, SATA, PATA, MMC).
• Proficiency in source code revision control, especially GIT.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable Criteria:

• Practical experience with Yocto integration environments (Buildroot experience is advantageous).
• Development background with Ubuntu.
• Proficiency in testing Linux BSPs (Board Support Packages).
• Hands-on experience developing u-boot, Linux kernel drivers, and shell scripting.
• Practical skills in debugging low-level software issues using JTAG probes.
• Ability to comprehend and explain the impact of electronic schematics on low-level software.
• Knowledge of Linux system-level programming.
• Familiarity with Linux filesystems for flash storages (a significant advantage).

Qualifications:

·      Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or equivalent.

OUR VALUES

• We work together - We know that working collaboratively will help us reach our shared goals faster, so we always look for ways to help each other.
• We believe in people - Here at Camlin, our people are central to what we do and what we can achieve. And as we move towards becoming industry and customer ‘partners’ that’s even more important. We trust our team members to do their best and be supportive.
• We will not accept the ‘way it’s always been done’ - Since Camlin’s inception, we have been curious, inquisitive and always want to improve. Thinking differently is in our DNA and we love solving tough challenges.
• We listen to learn - Whether it is our customers, our markets, or each other, we ask questions and listen to the answers so we can learn and improve.
• We are trying to do the right thing - We take responsibility for our actions and take decisions based on what’s right for people, profit and planet.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT
Individuals seeking employment at Camlin are considered without regards to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.