The opportunity
Linux Embedded Engineer
Kyiv, Lviv, Wroclaw, Brno / Remote
About the Company:
Our client is an innovative technology company developing advanced hardware and software solutions in the home security and smart devices domain. The company's products are used by millions of users worldwide, focusing on safety, reliability and high-performance embedded systems.
About the Role:
We are currently forming a new engineering team to develop a new product from the ground up. We are looking for a C++ Engineer with a strong Linux background to join our R&D team. In this role, you will work on the core software components, shape the product architecture alongside hardware and QA engineers and help turn early concepts into a reliable, production-ready product.
Job Summary:
As a C++ Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining software features for our new Linux-based product. You will write high-performance C++ code, integrate services, debug system-level issues, and ensure overall software stability.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Design and implement new software features in C++ for Linux-based devices.
- Own features through the full cycle: from initial design and coding to debugging and deployment.
- Write clean, maintainable code, unit tests, and technical documentation.
- Debug and profile system issues, fixing performance bottlenecks and stability bugs.
- Collaborate daily with hardware, firmware, QA, and project management teams.
- Participate in code reviews and team planning sessions.
Qualifications and Skills:
- 4+ years of commercial software development experience in C++ (good knowledge of Modern C++ standards, OOP, and multithreading).
- Solid practical experience with Linux development and debugging tools.
- Experience with build systems, version control, and CI/CD tools (CMake, Git).
- Hands-on experience writing unit tests and performing code optimization.
- Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work with complex technical requirements.
- At least an Intermediate level in both written and spoken English (B1).
Nice to have:
- Experience with Embedded Linux tools (Yocto or Buildroot).
- Familiarity with IPC mechanisms (D-Bus, gRPC) or network protocols (MQTT, TCP/UDP).
- Experience with video/audio streaming or data processing.
- Exposure to development boards (Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, etc.).
- Experience or interest in using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code).
Benefits:
- 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.
- Paid vacations, paid public holidays according to legislation of your country.
- 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.
- Free meals, fruits, and snacks when working in the office.