Senior Yocto and Linux Software Engineer

Who is Litmus 

Litmus is a growth-stage software company that is transforming the way companies harness the power of machine data to improve operations. Our software is enabling the next wave of digital transformation for the biggest and most innovative companies in the World – making Industrial IoT, Industry 4.0 and Edge Computing a reality. We just completed our Series B financing round, and we are looking to expand our team.

Why join the Litmus team 

You want to be a part of something great 

We pride ourselves on building the most talented and experienced team in the industry who knows how to win. We work hard and the results speak for themselves. We’re trusted by industry leaders like Google, Dell, Intel, Mitsubishi, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise and others as we partner to help Fortune 500 companies digitally transform. 

You want to define and shape the future

At Litmus you’ll have the opportunity to influence and enable Industrial Internet of Things, the next wave of technology essential for global digitization. We’re leading the industry in machine data analytics and edge computing to feed machine learning, artificial intelligence and other applications that rapidly change the way companies operate. 

You want to build and shape your career 

Join a growth-stage Silicon Valley company to build and define your career path in an environment that allows you to progress rapidly. Bring your unique experience, talent and expertise and add to it by collaborating with and learning from the brightest people in the industry.  

We are committed to hiring great people who are passionate about what they do and thrive on winning as a team. We welcome anyone and everyone who wishes to join the Litmus marketing team to apply and share their career experience, dreams and goals with us. 

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Senior Yocto and Linux Software Engineer to join our team in Santa Clara, CA. You will be a key contributor to enhancing and securing our flagship product, Litmus Edge. Built from the ground up with Yocto, Litmus Edge is a robust platform that requires skilled engineering to extend packages, maintain system integrity, perform secure validation, and develop reliable over-the-air (OTA) update systems. You will play a pivotal role in managing embedded Linux distributions and ensuring seamless hardware-software integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux distributions using Yocto, specifically for the Litmus Edge platform.
• Extend and manage Yocto packages, providing robust system support and maintenance.
• Implement secure validation processes to ensure platform resilience and data integrity.
• Develop and maintain an OTA (Over-The-Air) update system for seamless software deployment and upgrades.
• Configure and deploy software with ARM Board Support Packages (BSPs).
• Utilize Docker and Kubernetes (K8s) for containerized applications and orchestration in edge environments.
• Work closely with hardware and software teams to support and troubleshoot complex system integration issues.
• Analyze and optimize system performance and stability.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our software development processes.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in embedded Linux, Yocto Project, and containerization technologies.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Experience: 5+ years as a Linux software engineer, with a focus on embedded systems and Yocto.
• Technical Skills: Deep expertise in Yocto Project, Docker, ARM BSPs, Kubernetes (K8s), and OTA update systems.
• Strong Linux Background: Proficiency in Linux kernel configuration, build, debugging, and system integration.
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in C/C++ programming and scripting languages (Bash, Python).
• Version Control: Experience with Git and continuous integration tools.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with building and managing RHEL packages (RPM).
• Previous experience in secure validation and industrial IoT environments.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Knowledge of network protocols and security.
• Contributions to open-source projects.

Why Join Us:

• Flexible Schedule: Enjoy working from our Santa Clara office with flexible hours that promote work-life balance.
• Cutting-Edge Product: Be at the forefront of innovation, contributing to a robust platform in the industrial DataOps space.
• Impactful Work: Directly contribute to the success of a critical product used by clients around the world.
• Growth Opportunity: Develop your skills and advance your career in a fast-growing company.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a talented and supportive team.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, equity options, health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k).

Find us at www.litmus.io