Senior Embedded Linux Software Engineer

• Build and maintain custom Linux distributions using Yocto or Buildroot
• Maintain Linux platform configuration, including kernel configuration, device tree, and boot components (U Boot)
• Develop and maintain system platform services and infrastructure components
• Integrate platform services such as container runtimes (Docker / Podman) and distributed services (Redis)
• Implement cross-compilation environments and image build pipelines
• Maintain Linux packaging, configuration management, and release processes
• Support integration of hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, PCIe, Ethernet) at the platform level
• Develop automation tools for system deployment, configuration, and diagnostics
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and platform build infrastructure (Jenkins)

ARM64, Yocto, Buildroot, U Boot, Linux C/C++, Python, Shell Docker, Podman, Redis Git, Jenkins CI/CD SPI, I2C, PCIe, Ethernet Cursor, Claude Code, Codex

• 7+ years embedded Linux platform development
• Linux system development using Yocto or Buildroot
• Experience with ARM-based embedded platforms
• Familiarity with boot process (U Boot, device tree, kernel configuration)
• Experience with containers (Docker or Podman)
• Experience deploying or integrating services such as Redis
• Cross-compilation and build automation for embedded systems
• Git workflows and CI systems such as Jenkins
• Python or shell scripting for automation
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (Cursor, Claude Code, Codex)

• High-performance networking systems
• FPGA-based platforms
• Telecom or satellite communication systems

Benefits statement:

MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program.

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

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