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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded IoT Engineer - **Company:** Staffxpert Llc - **Location:** Waltham, MA, United States - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $185,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Application Integration Architecture, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), Configuration Management, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, Linux System Administration, Linux Distribution, Networking Basics, Performance Tuning, System Testing, Systems Integration, Scripting, Test Scripts, Reliability of Systems, System-level Testing, Information Technology - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/uscce5c8f56fbc033e0e0eda97972f10cd ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Proven experience creating, customizing, and maintaining Linux-based ISO images. Strong Linux system administration, configuration, and troubleshooting skills. Experience with Lubuntu, Ubuntu, or similar Linux distributions. Proficiency in Bash, Shell, Python, or other scripting languages for automation. Hands-on experience with application integration, system testing, and issue resolution. Strong understanding of embedded systems and IoT technologies. Experience analyzing system logs, debugging issues, and optimizing system performance. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with embedded Linux platforms and connected IoT devices. Experience working in medical device, healthcare technology, or other regulated environments. Familiarity with system imaging tools, deployment frameworks, and configuration management practices. Knowledge of hardware-software integration and device lifecycle management. Understanding of networking fundamentals and device communication protocols. ## Description STAFFXPERT LLC is seeking an Embedded IoT Engineer on behalf of our client in Waltham, MA. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with strong experience in Linux-based system customization, ISO image creation, embedded systems, and IoT technologies. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing, customizing, testing, and maintaining Lubuntu-based ISO images for embedded medical device platforms. The position requires expertise in system administration, automation, application integration, and troubleshooting to ensure reliable, secure, and optimized device performance. Key Responsibilities Design, build, customize, and maintain Linux/Lubuntu-based ISO images for embedded device platforms. Configure and optimize operating system environments to meet hardware and application requirements. Develop automation scripts and tools to streamline image creation, deployment, provisioning, and validation activities. Perform application integration, configuration, and system-level testing within customized Linux environments. Troubleshoot and resolve operating system, application, hardware, and networking issues. Collaborate with software, firmware, QA, and hardware engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration. Execute system validation and verification activities to support product quality and reliability. Implement security, performance, and system reliability best practices across embedded platforms. Create and maintain technical documentation, deployment procedures, test reports, and troubleshooting guides. Support software releases, upgrades, image deployment, and ongoing maintenance activities., Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team! 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