Embedded IoT Solutions Architect - Yocto​/ARM, OTA

We are looking for a Solution Architect (M/SM level) to front-end the customer in the Cleveland area for this program. While this role will serve as the cross-stream technical authority, we expect the candidate to possess deep expertise in Embedded Linux (Yocto, kernel-level Linux, systemd, hardware watchdog integration), MQTT.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end architecture for device stabilization including OS optimization (Yocto Linux, systemd, hardware watchdog), application dependency removal (Java/ActiveMQ to ZeroMQ or D-Bus), and cycle-safe self-healing logic on NXP i.MX6 ARM hardware

• Chair the cross-stream architecture council and produce Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) for all significant design decisions

• Review and approve technical designs from Senior Embedded Engineers, .NET Engineers, Cloud Engineers, and Dev Ops engineers across all work streams

• Define and enforce engineering standards, OTA firmware delivery practices, and integration checkpoints across work streams

Required Skills & Experience

• Hands-on expertise with Yocto Linux build systems and ARM-based embedded platforms (NXP i.MX6 or similar)

• Strong working knowledge of systemd service management, hardware watchdog integration, and Linux OS optimization

• Experience with IoT device fleet management and OTA firmware delivery in production environments

• Familiarity with ASP.NET Core microservices and lightweight IPC frameworks such as ZeroMQ or D-Bus

• Experience working in regulated industries (medical devices, life sciences, or similar) is strongly preferred