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Estimated €2,700 - €3,200
Posted July 7, 2026 · 31 days agoLast seen August 7, 2026Est. expiry August 11, 2026

Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Linux Software Engineer
Chemnitz, Germany
Hybrid · Software Engineering
Full-time · Mid-Level
English
No People Management
Bachelor
3 years experience
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Salary Context: Embedded Software Engineer

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Salary analysis

Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Tampere, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 93% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€2,080–€5,000). The listed pay band (€225–€267) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 1356 comparable listings.

Monthly salary comparison for Embedded Software Engineer
MarketLower bound (25th percentile)MedianUpper bound (75th percentile)
All roles in Tampere, Finland€2,080/per month€2,950/per month€5,000/per month
Pay in our data — not quoted in ad (Mid-Level)€225/per month€246/per month€267/per month
About the role

We are looking for an Embedded Linux Software Engineer to join our agile product development team and contribute to the development of next-generation GNSS positioning platforms. The role focuses on designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining embedded software running on Linux-based ARM platforms. You will work closely with hardware engineers, system architects, product owners, verification engineers, and GNSS experts to build reliable and secure embedded Linux systems for professional and industrial positioning applications. The position covers the complete product lifecycle from concept and prototyping through production and maintenance. Your responsibilities - Develop and maintain embedded Linux software for ARM-based platforms. - Customize and integrate Linux BSPs, kernels, device trees, and drivers. - Develop and maintain Buildroot and/or Yocto-based Linux distributions. - Integrate GNSS receiver modules and positioning software - Design and implement system services, daemons, and middleware components. - Support board bring-up activities on prototype and production hardware. - Collaborate with hardware teams during schematic reviews, board bring-up, and system debugging. Your Skills and Experience - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or related field. - At least three years of experience developing software for embedded Linux systems with Buildroot and/or Yocto. - Strong programming skills in C (and/or Rust). - Experience with Linux system internals, processes, networking, kernel configuration, device tree development and interfacing peripherals like UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc. - Strong debugging skills using tools such as GDB, Valgrind, strace and tcpdump. - Experience with Git-based software development workflows. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Fluent communication skills in English. Bonus Points - Experience with GNSS, sensor fusion, or positioning technologies. - Experience with NXP i.MX93 or similar embedded SoCs. - Experience with secure boot, TPMs, cryptography, and embedded cybersecurity concepts. - Experience with OTA software update tools like RAUC. - Experience with CI/CD systems such as GitLab CI or similar. - Experience supporting manufacturing test and production environments. - Experience using HW debugging tools like Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzer, etc. What we offer - Hybrid working model (60/40) with flexible working hours - A small, young and collaborative team, where your ideas have a direct impact on the product. - The opportunity to shape a new product from concept through production, working on cutting-edge embedded Linux and GNSS technology. - An international working environment with colleagues from more than 60 nationalities across the company. - Continuous learning and professional development - A start-up mindset backed by a global technology leader, combining agility with long-term product development. - Regular team events and an open team culture, whether it's sports activities, barbecues, or enjoying a beer together after work. - Competitive compensation and benefits as part of a global technology company.

Job Details

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain embedded Linux software for ARM-based platforms
  • Customize and integrate Linux BSPs, kernels, device trees, and drivers
  • Develop and maintain Buildroot and/or Yocto-based Linux distributions
  • Integrate GNSS receiver modules and positioning software
  • Design and implement system services, daemons, and middleware components
  • Support board bring-up activities on prototype and production hardware
  • Collaborate with hardware teams during schematic reviews, board bring-up, and system debugging

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or related field
  • At least three years of experience developing software for embedded Linux systems with Buildroot and/or Yocto
  • Strong programming skills in C (and/or Rust)
  • Experience with Linux system internals, processes, networking, kernel configuration, device tree development and interfacing peripherals like UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.
  • Strong debugging skills using tools such as GDB, Valgrind, strace and tcpdump
  • Experience with Git-based software development workflows
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Fluent communication skills in English

Skills & Technologies

Embedded LinuxARMBuildrootYoctoCRustUARTSPII2CCANGDBValgrindstracetcpdumpGitGNSSNXP i.MX93Secure BootTPMRAUCGitLab CI

Education Level

Bachelor
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