Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Embedded Linux Engineer

Location: Reading (Hybrid – typically 3 days onsite)

Salary: £90,000

Employment type: Full‑time, permanent

Right to work: Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK (required)

I am currently working with a well‑established technology business that develops secure, mission‑critical IoT and embedded systems used in safety‑focused environments. On their behalf, I am looking to hire an experienced Embedded Linux Engineer to play a key role in the design and development of robust, future‑ready embedded software platforms.

This is a senior, hands‑on technical role where your expertise will directly influence product architecture, security, and reliability, working as part of a collaborative and highly skilled engineering team.

As an Embedded Linux Engineer, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software for routers and IoT devices
• Write high‑quality, testable code and contribute to automated tests and code reviews
• Debug and validate embedded systems, ensuring robust performance
• Collaborate closely with hardware and cross‑functional teams
• Influence technical direction and stay current with emerging IoT/embedded trends

You are a skilled embedded developer who:

• Has strong experience in C and embedded Linux development
• Understands Linux networking, IP‑based networking (routing, VLANs, VPNs), and multiple interfaces (Ethernet, cellular, Wi‑Fi)
• Is confident with git and modern collaborative workflows
• Has experience with C++ or Python and provisioning large fleets of devices (desirable)

In addition to a salary of circa £90,000
, my client offers a strong benefits package and a working culture that genuinely values its engineers:

• Hybrid working model
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• Healthcare benefits
• Insurance package
• On‑site parking

Applicants must have the full right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.