Magnet Forensics

Embedded Linux Engineering Lead

United States · Senior · Contract

Work authorization required$148k-$198kDetected 44 days ago

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About the role

The Embedded Linux Engineering Lead will provide day-to-day technical and execution leadership for the embedded Linux function.
The Team Lead will contribute directly to bootloader, kernel, device tree, root filesystem, build system, update system, board bring-up, debugging, and release work.
They will work closely with hardware, firmware, QA, manufacturing, security, and application software teams to deliver reliable Linux-based products.
As the team grows, the Team Lead will progressively take on more formal leadership responsibilities, including planning, mentoring, hiring input, performance feedback, and team ownership.
If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location and you are selected for an interview, the Talent Acquisition Partner can share more information with you.
These in-person moments help us build stronger connections, spark new ideas, and celebrate our successes together.
OWN - We are accountable for our results - while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect.

Practical experience with Linux kernel configuration, device trees, bootloaders, root filesystems, board support packages, and build systems (e.g. Buildroot, Yocto, etc)
Proven ability to debug low-level hardware/software integration issues.

Experience with secure boot, signed updates, encrypted storage, or device identity.
Experience with production update systems for embedded Linux: SWUpdate, RAUC, Mender, Hawkbit, or similar.
Experience with production concerns for Linux devices: image generation, factory provisioning, diagnostics, or manufacturing test.
Experience with ARM SoCs, NXP i.MX, Xilinx/Zynq/Kria, FPGA SoCs, or similar platforms.
Position Type: New Vacancy
Competitive compensation
Volunteer opportunities

With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence.

The Compensation range is for the primary location for which the job is posted.
Please note that the actual compensation may vary depending on location and job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills.
If the compensation structure for the role includes an incentive component (i.e. most Sales roles) the range below represents total target compensation (TTC) (base salary + variable).
$148,000 - $198,000 (USD) a year
Salary range (min - max)
Competitive compensation

Generous time off policies
Healthcare and retirement benefits
Here at Magnet Forensics, we are committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Magnet is proud to offer benefits such as:

Lead will contribute directly to bootloader, kernel, device tree, root filesystem, build system, update system, board bring-up, debugging, and release work.
CARE - We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world.
DEDICATE - We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect.
EVOLVE - We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.
This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another.
At Magnet Forensics, we take a hybrid-flexible approach to support your productivity and work-life balance.

US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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