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# EMBEDDED ENGINEER

- **Company:** Syn-Tech Ltd.
- **Location:** Tallahassee, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Booting (BIOS), UClibc (C Standard Library), Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Python (Programming Language), Linux-Powered Devices, Linux Distribution, Unix Shell, Scrum Methodology, Real-Time Operating Systems, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Scripting, PIC Microcontroller, Git, Yocto, Information Technology, Free and Open-Source Software, U-Boot, Software Version Control
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f54b7ef8a6b58408

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
 * 2-5 years of software development experience, preferably in Linux or embedded environments.
 * Requires a consistent and dependable work history, ideally reflecting 3-5 years of tenure with each previous employer.
 * Experience working with Linux systems and command-line tools.
 * Basic to intermediate proficiency in Python and POSIX shell scripting.
 * Familiarity with Git and source control best practices.
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills.
 * Ability to write clear technical documentation.
 * Self-motivated, team-oriented, and eager to learn new technologies.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE (a plus, but not required):

 * Exposure to Yocto Project, Buildroot, or custom Linux distribution development.
 * Experience with embedded Linux systems or embedded software development.
 * Familiarity with U-Boot bootloaders.
 * Exposure to Linux device drivers.
 * Experience integrating open-source software into embedded envionments.
 * Basic understanding of IoT concepts and embedded security principles.
 * Exposure to microcontroller firmware development.
 * Familiarity with RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS or Zephyr.
 * Experience working in Agile/SCRUM teams.
 * Familiarity with lab tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

## Description

* Assist in the development and maintenance of custom Embedded Linux distributions using Yocto Project tools.
 * Support system deployment, software updates, and configuration management activities.
 * Help implement security and reliability improvements across embedded platforms.
 * Develop and maintain embedded software using shell scripting, Python, and C.
 * Troubleshoot and debug software running on embedded hardware and connected devices.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, and deploy new features.
 * Create and maintain technical documentation for software solutions and processes.
 * Participate in problem-solving efforts to address technical challenges and improve system performance.


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