Senior Embedded Linux Engineer

Senior Embedded Linux Engineer | Long Island, NY (On-site) | C2C / W2 / PermanentX4 Technology is hiring a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer for an on-site role based in Brentwood, NY (Suffolk County / Long Island).Our client is a well-established, growing engineering organization building next-generation hardware products, backed by a stable, well-resourced engineering function and a strong pipeline of ongoing product development. They offer a genuinely flexible working pattern (9/80 schedule - every other Friday off) and a collaborative, hands-on engineering culture where you'll have real ownership over the systems you build.Open to C2C, W2, or permanent applicants - engagement type is flexible depending on what works best for you.Both mid-level and senior-level candidates will be considered - level is flexible depending on your experience.Interviewing now, with the ability to start from September.This is a hands-on embedded Linux development role - not a Linux administration or network configuration position. You will be writing real code: building and customizing embedded Linux images, developing kernel-level and application-level software, and working close to the hardware.What you'll be doing:Building and maintaining custom Linux images using Yocto / OpenEmbeddedWriting and debugging Linux device drivers, kernel modules, and board support packages (BSPs)Developing application-layer software in C/C++ on embedded Linux targetsBringing up new hardware platforms and supporting system integrationWorking across the full stack from bootloader to user-space applicationWhat we're looking for:Solid hands-on experience developing on embedded Linux (Yocto-based systems ideal, but strong Debian-family experience - Ubuntu, Raspberry Pi OS, Knoppix - is also highly valued and transferable)Real coding experience, not just configuration or system administration - you should be comfortable writing and debugging kernel drivers, BSPs, and application code, not just deploying or configuring existing imagesStrong C/C++ fundamentalsFamiliarity with build systems, version control, and cross-compilation toolchainsBonus: RTOS background is a plus, but this role is squarely focused on embedded Linux application development rather than RTOS-only workLocation: This is an on-site role in Brentwood, NY, with a 9/80 working pattern. Candidates must be local to, or willing to relocate to, the Long Island / Suffolk County area - this is not a remote position.Interested? Apply directly or send a message with your resume.