Embedded Software Senior Engineering Specialist (Linux)

TL;DR

Senior Engineering Specialist (Embedded Software/Linux): Collaborating with software, tools, and technology teams to enable and support common architecture for Linux-based applications, with an accent on system requirements generation, architecture design, and team mentorship. Focus on analyzing risks and benefits of alternative approaches, influencing stakeholders for standardization, and tracking quality and compliance performance.

Location: Must work full-time at the Mossville, IL office. Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position to the United States. Visa sponsorship is NOT available.

Salary: $147,760.00 – $221,640.00

Company

hirify.global Inc. is a global team dedicated to building a better world through their work.

What you will do

• Collaborate with system teams and contribute to requirements generation and architecture design considerations for Linux-based applications.
• Analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches with cross-functional teams and obtain decisions on resolution.
• Lead and mentor a small team, influencing suppliers and internal stakeholders to adopt standardized processes and tooling.
• Manage E2E adoption and governance responsibilities, tracking and reporting quality and compliance performance indicators.
• Provide program status and development timing updates to stakeholders.
• Mentor the team with emphasis on strategy and alignment to organizational goals.

Requirements

• Knowledge of software design and development tools and activities.
• Demonstrated experience in Linux software development, including real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS.
• Proficiency in testing frameworks like google test and embedded build system workflows.
• Strong scripting capabilities (Python, Bash) and debugging skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across embedded, validation, and systems engineering teams.
• Ability to interpret ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication behaviors.

Nice to have

• Degree in accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with configuration management tools like Git and open source libraries.
• Exposure to CI/CD systems (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.).
• Experience with Docker, Lauterbach, SonarQube.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.).
• 401(k) savings plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Health Lifestyle Programs and Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary Benefits, Employee Discounts, and Career Development.
• Incentive bonus, Disability benefits, Life Insurance.
• Parental leave, Adoption benefits, and Tuition Reimbursement.