Develop and maintain embedded Linux systems using Yocto, including custom distributions, recipes, layers, kernel drivers, and board bring-up. Debug boot, performance, memory, and reliability issues using hardware and network tools. Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and application teams, contribute to reviews, continuous integration, automated testing, and Agile development, while mentoring junior engineers.
Who are we:
Raptee.HV is a full-stack electric motorcycle startup with a strong technical foundation. Founded in 2019 by four engineers from Chennai (with backgrounds at Tesla and Wipro), Raptee.HV aims to revolutionize the EV market by offering a high-performance motorcycle alternative to the existing scooter-dominated options. The company is incubated at CIIC & ARAI.
We are looking for an experienced Embedded Linux Developer to design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux systems using the Yocto Project. The role involves kernel driver development, hardware bring-up, and system-level debugging. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, and software teams to deliver robust Linux-based solutions, while also guiding best practices and mentoring junior engineers.
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux systems and distributions using the Yocto Project (including build systems, recipes, and layers).
- Develop, debug, and optimize Linux kernel drivers for new hardware components and devices; perform kernel-level integration and device bring-up.
- Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and application teams to define requirements and integrate Linux-based solutions into products.
- Troubleshoot complex system issues (boot, performance, memory, and reliability) using tools like JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, and network sniffers.
- Manage and optimize the build process using Yocto; maintain custom layers, recipes, and documentation for reproducible builds.
- Participate in code reviews and design reviews, and contribute to an Agile development process with continuous integration and automated testing.
- Mentor junior engineers and share best practices in embedded Linux development.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience (2+ years) in embedded Linux development, with extensive hands-on use of the Yocto Project to build and customize Linux distributions.
- Strong proficiency in C (and C++) programming, especially for low-level and kernel-space code.
- Demonstrated experience writing and maintaining Linux kernel drivers and modules.
- Solid understanding of hardware-software integration, device trees, and board support packages (BSP).
- Experience with cross-compilation toolchains, version control (Git), and automated build systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills on embedded platforms.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with ARM (e.g., Cortex-A/R) or other embedded architectures.
- Familiarity with additional open-source tools and frameworks (e.g., Buildroot, Jenkins, Docker, Robot Framework).
- Contributions to open-source projects or community engagement (e.g., patches to Yocto or the Linux kernel).
- Experience with real-time operating system concepts or virtualization on embedded devices.
- Knowledge of networking, security, or other specialized domains relevant to embedded products.
- Advanced scripting abilities (Python, Bash) for automation and testing.
What’s In It for You:
- Hands-on experience in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the industry.
- Opportunity to work on real-world projects that impact our brand.
- A collaborative and fun work environment where every day brings a new challenge.
RapteeHV Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND Office
2/850, Gowri Nagar, Lalithamba Nagar, Mugalivakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 600125
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