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Embedded Linux RTOS/DevSecOps Software Developer

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PayCompetitive
LocationSterling Heights/Michigan
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 25-00760

      About the Role:

      The engineer will focus on integration support for vehicle electronic systems. We are looking to hire a highly motivated individual to support our Software Loader and Verifier/DevSecOps team.

      Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role:

      • Load components with software images to deploy official software releases in lab environments and vehicles.
      • Build and configure VxWorks, Linux, or other embedded operating systems.
      • Perform Linux system programming tasks, including driver development and new hardware enablement on embedded Linux systems.
      • Integrate various software into build systems.
      • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve software.
      • Enable embedded system security using cryptography and secure architectures.
      • Manage individual priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
      • Experience with Gitlab, Bitbucket, Eclipse, GIT, DOORs, Jira / Bitbucket / Confluence, gdb, or QT is a plus.
      • Familiarity with Agile, Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment concepts.
      • Experience with Linux device drivers, bootloaders, memory maps or other system programming is a strong plus.
      • Maintenance of safety-critical systems or real-time systems is desirable.
      • Maintenance of one or more build environments such as Buildroot, OpenEmbedded, Python, or in particular Yocto.
      • Experience with self-update practices, open source self-updaters.
      • Experience with security features such as SELinux, verified boot, and trusted execution environments is a plus.
      • Other duties as assigned.

      Minimum Qualifications / What You Must Have:

      • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering required.
      • 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
      • Experience with modern CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD, Jenkins).
      • Implement GitOps principles for deployment automation.
      • Proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
      • Scripting & Automation: Write and maintain scripts (Bash, Python, Go, or other languages) to automate operational tasks.
      • Capable of developing C and/or C code that can be maintained and updated over decades.
      • Ability to troubleshoot low-level software issues and distinguish between hardware and software issues.
      • Work closely with developers to improve deployment processes.
      • Advocate for DevOps culture and best practices within the organization.
      • Document infrastructure, processes, and automation scripts.
      • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications.

      Additional Information / Desired Experience:

      This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)

      • Be a self-starter and work in a fast-paced environment.
      • Strong written and oral communication skills and able to work with all levels of the organization and across functions.
      • Organization is essential due to the volume of tasks and projects, with the ability to align with tight deadlines and lead times.
      • Work environment includes prototype shop, laboratory, manufacturing, and office.
      • Able to work overtime when required.
      • Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required. Works well in a team and individually.
      • Excellent communication skills.
      • Previous experience working on ground combat vehicles desired.

      US Citizenship Requirement:

      This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.

      No Subcontract Requirement:

      No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.

  • About the company

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