Senior Embedded Linux Engineer

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.