Senior Embedded Linux Developer

TL;DR

Senior Embedded Linux Developer: Designing and implementing modular system architectures for next-gen smart glasses with an accent on embedded Linux, real-time video streaming, and hardware-software integration. Focus on building scalable, maintainable systems and leading a software development team in a deep-tech startup environment.

Location: Vienna, Austria (hybrid)

Salary: €3,175/month (minimum, actual salary competitive and above market)

Company

hirify.global is a young deep-tech company based in Vienna, developing and producing internationally awarded smart glasses with integrated hardware and software solutions.

What you will do

• Design and implement modular system architectures for next-gen smart glasses
• Define and maintain architectural standards ensuring scalability, maintainability, and quality
• Ensure system components meet quality and compliance requirements
• Mentor and guide software development team on technical decisions and best practices
• Collaborate closely with hardware development team for seamless integration and optimized performance
• Align technical roadmap with strategic business objectives in collaboration with management

Requirements

• 6+ years of hands-on development experience in Rust or C++ within performance-critical embedded systems
• Proven expertise with GStreamer or similar frameworks (FFmpeg), ideally 5+ years
• Strong understanding of software architecture and modular system design principles
• Experience with real-time video/audio streaming on embedded devices
• Familiarity with WebRTC, WebSockets, and low-latency networking protocols
• Deep experience with Linux Embedded, Yocto, and hardware-software integration
• Practical knowledge of firmware development and collaboration with hardware teams

Nice to have

• Basic understanding of machine learning pipelines
• Experience with eye-tracking, AR/VR, or AI-enabled smart glasses
• Experience working in Agile or Evolutionary Delivery environments

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic, international team with flexible working times
• Dog-friendly offices accessible by public transport
• Yearly public transport ticket, cool events, and workation within the European Economic Area (EEA)
• Inspire Days for recharging and learning, plus many courses and development opportunities
• All necessary IT gear provided