Linux Build Engineer (Embedded Linux)

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Linux OS images using Yocto, Buildroot, CMake, and Makefiles.
• Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines for build, test, and release workflows.
• Drive Linux distribution integration and platform scalability.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across kernel, userspace, and firmware.
• Support Linux hardening, performance tuning, and kernel configuration.
• Manage packaging, deployment, release, and installation documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, distribution partners, and upstream communities.

Must-Have Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Yocto/Buildroot, Makefiles, and Linux build systems.
• Strong scripting skills in Bash and Python.
• Experience with Git/GitHub and CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI).
• Good knowledge of Linux user/file system administration and debugging.
• Experience in release management and Docker-based build environments.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Good to Have

• Debian/RPM packaging, SBOM, and secure build/signing.
• Exposure to ACPI, UEFI, kconfig, and BSP/platform enablement.
• Experience with QEMU/KVM, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Contributions to upstream Linux kernel/userspace projects.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in software build engineering, release, and deployment.