Senior Embedded Software Engineer (C++ / Yocto / NI Linux RT)

Job Title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer (C++ / Yocto / NI Linux RT)

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 710 years

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with strong expertise in Yocto , embedded Linux , and C++ programming . The role involves working on NI Linux RT repositories , security-focused development, and networking components for industrial embedded platforms. Familiarity with cRIOs is a plus but not mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain C++ applications and services for embedded Linux environments.
• Work on Yocto-based builds , including custom layers, recipes, and image generation.
• Contribute to NI Linux RT repo mainline features , kernel/userland improvements.
• Perform CVE remediation , security patching, and ensure comprehensive test coverage .
• Upgrade critical components (e.g., OpenSSL, system libraries) and validate dependencies.
• Implement and update embedded web server stacks (nginx/lig with security hardening.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integration, testing, and deployment.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Yocto Project and embedded Linux systems .
• Proficiency in C++ (C++11/14/17) and Linux programming.
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (NI Linux RT or similar).
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, sockets, TLS).
• Security expertise: CVE handling, vulnerability patching, and test coverage strategies.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cRIO hardware and NI toolchains.
• Knowledge of web server configuration and hardening .
• Scripting skills in Python/Bash for automation and build processes.
• Exposure to SBOM generation , security compliance, and CI/CD pipelines.

Potential Projects

• Mainline feature development in NI Linux RT repo .
• CVE remediation and security patch integration.
• Component upgrades and dependency management.
• Embedded web server updates and TLS hardening.