Embedded System Engineer Job Dubai Dubai UAE/Dubai,Software Development

We are looking for an Embedded System Engineer with 4 years of experience to help build, customize, secure, and maintain our embedded software platform. This role is ideal for someone who deeply understands Embedded Linux can work confidently with Yocto / Buildroot and knows how to tailor Linux images, packages, kernels, and modules for production devices.

You will play a key role in shaping the platform layer that powers our devices with a strong focus on firmware development
, OTA updates
, secure boot
, and reliable device communication using protocols such as MQTT
.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain embedded Linux distributions using Yocto and/or Buildroot
Customize and edit Yocto layers, recipes, modules, and packages based on product requirements
Develop, integrate, and optimize platform-level software for embedded devices
Work on firmware development and low-level system integration
Implement and maintain OTA update mechanisms for remote device upgrades
Support and enhance Secure Boot and platform security features
Integrate device communication services using MQTT
Debug system-level issues across boot, kernel, drivers, middleware, and user space
Collaborate with hardware, backend QA, and product teams to ensure smooth system integration
Improve system reliability, performance, maintainability, and production readiness
Support build automation, CI/CD, and release processes for embedded software

Required Qualifications

4 years of experience in embedded software or platform engineering
Strong programming skills in C and Python
Solid hands‑on experience with Embedded Linux
Strong experience with Yocto and/or Buildroot
Proven ability to modify and maintain Yocto recipes, layers, packages, and modules
Experience with firmware development
Experience implementing or maintaining OTA updates
Good understanding of Secure Boot and embedded security concepts
Experience with MQTT or similar device messaging protocols
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across embedded Linux systems
Familiarity with cross‑compilation bootloaders and Linux system internals
Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows
Ability to troubleshoot across the stack from boot loader and OS layers to application and cloud/device integration
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work closely with hardware/software QA and product teams

Preferred / Nice to Have

Experience with bootloaders such as U‑Boot
Knowledge of Linux kernel configuration, drivers, and device trees
Experience with containers or lightweight virtualization on embedded systems
Familiarity with networking device provisioning and remote fleet management
Experience in production‑grade IoT or connected device environments
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is not only technically strong but also practical and product‑minded. The right candidate understands how to turn embedded Linux into a stable, secure, updatable platform that can scale in real‑world deployments.

Requirements

3‑5 years building and maintaining embedded Linux platforms
Deep experience with Yocto / Buildroot including customization of recipes, layers, and modules
Strong C skills plus Go or Python experience
Solid background in firmware development
, OTA
, Secure Boot
, and MQTT
Experience using Docker and working with AWS in connected‑device or platform environments

Benefits

Steady remote work environment
We focus on your L&D and personal growth
Work with a bunch of the smartest techies in the region.

Required Skills

3‑5 years building and maintaining embedded Linux platforms Deep experience with Yocto / Buildroot including customization of recipes, layers, and modules Strong C skills plus Go or Python experience Solid background in firmware development OTA Secure Boot and MQTT Experience using Docker and working with AWS in connected‑device or platform environments

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