Senior Embedded Linux Engineer Location: Reading (Hybrid - typically 3 days onsite) Salary: £90,000 Employment Type: Full-time, permanent Right to Work: Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK required I’m currently working with a well-established technology business that develops secure, mission-critical IoT and embedded systems used in safety-focused environments. On their behalf, I’m looking to hire an experienced Senior Embedded Linux Engineer to play a key role in the design and development of robust, future-ready embedded software platforms. This is a senior, hands-on technical role where your expertise will directly influence product architecture, security, and reliability, working as part of a collaborative and highly skilled engineering team. The Role As a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer, you will: * Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software for router and IoT devices * Write high-quality, testable code, and contribute to automated tests and code reviews * Debug and validate embedded systems, ensuring robust performance * Collaborate closely with hardware and cross-functional teams * Influence technical direction and stay current with emerging IoT/embedded trends About You You are a skilled embedded developer who: * Has strong experience in C and embedded Linux development * Understands Linux networking, IP-based networking (routing, VLANs, VPNs), and multiple interfaces (Ethernet, cellular, Wi-Fi) * Is confident with git and modern collaborative workflows * Has experience with C++ or Python and provisioning large fleets of devices (desirable) What’s on Offer In addition to a salary of circa £90,000, my client offers a strong benefits package and a working culture that genuinely values its engineers, including: * Hybrid working model * Pension scheme * 25 days annual leave * Healthcare benefits * Insurance package * On-site parking If you’re a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer looking for a role where your work genuinely matters - contributing to secure, reliable technology used in real-world, safety-critical applications - I’d be very happy to discuss this opportunity with you. Please note: Applicants must have the full right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role