Lead C/C++ Embedded (Linux Kernel) Developer

Oko Camera is a Ukrainian product company founded in 2022 that designs and manufactures thermal imaging cameras for unmanned aerial systems (UAS), unmanned ground vehicles (UGV), and other defense systems. Our cameras are actively used for reconnaissance and targeting in low-visibility conditions or adverse weather.

Our primary goal is to provide manufacturers and the military with effective thermal imaging technologies. We quickly respond to feedback, adapting products to meet their evolving needs. 

We conduct our complete in-house production cycle in Ukraine: from creating miniature high-density electronic boards, implementing video signal processing algorithms, designing mechanical and optical components, prototyping, laboratory calibration, and testing to mass production.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of Software Applications Engineering, Software Development experience, or related work experience
• Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or Cybernetics
• Experience with Embedded software development, integration, and debugging
• Experience with C/C++ programming
• Experience with Linux driver development
• Excellent issue triage and debugging skills
• Good communication and excellent teamwork skills
• Quick adaptability to work with new technologies
• Experience with V4l2 and GStreamer
• Willingness to automate processes

Would be a plus:

• Linux kernel module development
• DMA
• Experience in a Team Lead role
• Experience with camera integration (including libcamera)
• Experience with Robotic Operating System (ROS)
• Experience with computer vision

Responsibilities:

• Lead the team of Linux kernel and user-space developers
• Participate in architecture design and implementation
• Code review
• Collaborate with the team of mathematicians
• Writing drivers and GStreamer plugins from scratch
• Enhance existing drivers and GStreamer plugins to meet customer needs
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated tests in a working state

We offer:

• The opportunity to contribute to the development of defense and high-tech innovations in Ukraine
• All necessary computer equipment and work-related tools
• Official employment with a competitive benefits package
• 18 days of paid annual leave and paid sick days
• Military service deferment for eligible employees with valid military registration documents

At Oko Camera, we're not just adapting to changes but shaping it. Join our team and contribute directly to Ukraine's technological superiority on the battlefield.