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# Sr. Software Engineer (Yocto)

- **Company:** Medtronic Inc.
- **Location:** Saint Paul, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $187,200.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Build Automation, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Linux System Administration, Linux Distribution, Network Protocols, Package Management Systems, Software Maintenance, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, System Software, Systems Integration, Software Security, Build Management, Containerization, Yocto, U-Boot, Docker
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3477628542&tx=JT9789TTT&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

The ideal candidate has extensive experience developing and maintaining software for Linux-based systems, with deep expertise in Yocto Project build environments and embedded Linux development. They should have a strong understanding of Linux system architecture, device integration, and troubleshooting at both the application and platform levels., * Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience OR PhD with 0 years relevant experience

 * Experience configuring and customizing Linux
 * Experience creating Yocto-based Linux distributions
 * Hands-on experience with security principles and best practices, including secure boot, and software security hardening.
 * Well-versed in containerization technologies, particularly Docker, and have practical experience integrating and optimizing NVIDIA drivers and related GPU software stacks within Linux and Yocto-based systems.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Proficient in languages such as Python, C++, Bash, or similar
 * Familiarity with CI/CD, build automation, package management, and collaborative development workflows is essential, along with the ability to work effectively in complex, multidisciplinary engineering environments
 * Solid understanding of network protocols and services
 * Familiarity with compliance standards and security frameworks relevant to the medical device software industry (e.g., HIPAA, FDA regulations)
 * Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges and finding solutions
 * Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
 * Serve as a subject matter expert on Operating System platform best practices, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members and other internal stakeholders, For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

## Description

* Develop and maintain platform software and build infrastructure
 * Create and support Yocto-based Linux distributions for varied hardware targets
 * Create CI/CD pipelines integrated with security and functionality automation tools
 * Support secure networking, secure boot, and OS update mechanisms
 * Maintain platform support for containerized applications using Docker
 * Collaborate with product teams to define platform capabilities
 * Develop and document various aspects of the platform as required for regulatory approval