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Senior Embedded Linux Engineer

Platform Recruitment
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Reading, RG1, England

Salary

£80,000 - £100,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer located in Reading, with a hybrid working model typically requiring 3 days onsite.
  • The role offers a salary of £90,000 and requires candidates to have strong experience in C and embedded Linux development.
  • Candidates should also possess knowledge in Linux networking and be confident with git and modern collaborative workflows.
  • This full-time, permanent role involves designing and maintaining embedded Linux software for IoT devices and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Applicants must have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this position.

Senior 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’m 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’m looking to hire an experienced Senior 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.

The Role

As a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer, you will:

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software for router 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

About You

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)

What’s on Offer

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, including:

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

If you’re a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer looking for a role where your work genuinely matters - contributing to secure, reliable technology used in real-world, safety-critical applications - I’d be very happy to discuss this opportunity with you.

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

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