Senior Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Overview

Auterion is seeking a Senior Embedded Linux Software Engineer to join its team in Zurich, Switzerland. The role involves working within the Board Support team on the AuterionOS ecosystem, ranging from writing applications to adding driver support for new peripherals, maintaining system services, and optimizing performance on embedded platforms. Responsibilities include building leading-edge products, adding features, solving bugs, writing tests, improving performance, collaborating with engineering and product teams, proposing software solutions, providing L3 customer support, writing documentation, and participating in agile meetings.

Requirements

Applicants must hold an EU Citizenship and a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields. Candidates need at least three years of professional experience writing object-oriented C++ and or Python code, extensive experience with embedded architectures including cross-compilation, debugging, and performance optimization, and expert Linux skills. Additional requirements include deep knowledge of the Linux kernel, embedded device drivers, device tree configuration, and u-boot, as well as experience with Debian or Ubuntu-based systems, Debian packaging workflows, and managing complex Docker environments. The role also requires knowledge of OTA updates, proficiency in networking concepts and network diagnostic tools, basic embedded security knowledge, experience with network security protocols and best practices, basic electrical engineering experience, and experience working in an agile environment.

What you get

Auterion offers flexible working hours, stock options, a generous holiday allowance, a company pension plan, car parking, and enhanced maternity and paternity leave. Additional benefits include mental health and wellbeing support, along with learning and development opportunities.