Senior Software Engineer (C++)

4 - 8 years

7 - 12 Lacs

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Role Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Linux C++ Engineer with strong expertise in C++ development, Linux system debugging, and Yocto-based firmware builds. The role involves handling complex system-level challenges such as kernel hardening, security configurations, privilege segregation, and final firmware image creation, along with developing and debugging robust C++ applications on embedded platforms.
Key Missions

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and debug C++ applications on Embedded Linux systems Perform advanced debugging using GDB for application and system-level issues Diagnose complex issues involving C++ runtime, OS services, and kernel interactions Customize and maintain Yocto Linux distributions Develop and manage BitBake recipes, layers, and build configurations Handle Linux kernel hardening and system security configurations Implement root/user privilege segregation and secure system design Create, integrate, and validate production-ready firmware images Analyze and resolve boot, performance, memory, and stability issues Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers Collaborate with hardware, QA, and system teams for end-to-end delivery
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Required Skills

Strong expertise in C++ (C++11/14/17) Solid understanding of OOP, STL, memory management, multithreading Excellent debugging skills using GDB Strong knowledge of Linux systems, including filesystem management, user/root privilege handling, and scripting Good knowledge of Linux kernel configuration and tuning Solid experience using Git for source code management Good understanding of LXC and Linux containerization concepts Strong knowledge of Embedded Linux internals Hands-on experience with Yocto Project BitBake Understanding of security concepts, root access control, and privilege separation Experience in firmware image creation and release management Good overview of IT fundamentals (networking, services, security basics)

Good to Have:

Knowledge of CMake/Make, cross-compilation toolchains Exposure to CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems Experience in security-critical or regulated environments Expertise in C# programming would be an asset

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