Sr Linux Engineer (VISA Independent Candidates Only)

Role : : Location :: Bellevue, Washington

Duration :  Long Term Contract

Job Description ::

We are seeking an Embedded Linux Platform Engineer to support the migration and modernization of an existing product across Intel-based embedded systems. This role will focus on Linux platform porting, OS upgrades, and enabling cloud-based deployment and OTA update capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Port and migrate embedded Linux software to a new Intel-based hardware platform
• Complete ongoing Ubuntu upgrade from 18.04 to 22.04, including:
• Kernel, file system, and driver updates
• Bootloader configuration and upgrades
• Build and support production infrastructure, including:
• Software packaging and release generation
• Over-the-Air (OTA) update capabilities using AWS/Amazon tools (starting August)
• Provide ongoing maintenance and support for platform deliverables

Top Skills

• Strong experience with Embedded Linux development
• Hands-on experience with:
• Linux kernel, device drivers, and bootloaders
• System bring-up, porting, or platform migration
• Experience with Ubuntu, Yocto, or similar Linux distributions
• Familiarity with Intel/x86 embedded systems
• Experience writing test plans and validating embedded systems

Nice to Have

• Experience with AWS, IoT, or edge device platforms
• Experience implementing or supporting OTA update systems
• Familiarity with FleetEdge or similar edge computing frameworks

Best Regards

Abdul Samad