Embedded Network Firmware Developer (Linux, C\C++)

Project Description

The product is a new generation of manageable industrial switch that combines hardware, firmware integration, and a web-based GUI personalized scenarios.

Main technologies: 

C/C++, Python, Networking, Embedded Linux, ARM

Requirements:

Required:

• 4+ years of professional experience in embedded systems
• 2+ years of professional experience in networking

Technical Skills:

• C\C++ (Application & kernel levels), Python, Shell scripting
• SQLite, 
• Git, CI/CD (GitHub/GitLab) 
• Embedded Linux, U-boot
• ARM
• Switching ASICs: TI, Marvell, Microchip, Broadcom, Realtek

Industry Knowledge: IoT/Embedded/Networking

Networking Knowledge:

• OSI model (L2/L3)
  • VLAN (802.1Q), Q-in-Q
  • STP / RSTP / MSTP
  • MAC learning, filtering & forwarding
  • IPv4 / IPv6
• QoS
• Multicast (IGMP v2/v3)
• Port Mirroring
• Management protocols: SNMP (v1/v2c/v3)
• Vendor SDK APIs
• TLS, certificates
• Secure boot & firmware update

Languages: English (Upper-intermediate)

Preferred:

• Flask, Preact\React
• Web UI integration, HTTP/HTTPS

Workplace: Remote\Hybrid

Job responsibilities:

Operational Product Development

• Implement features for industrial switches and own them end-to-end (planning → release).
• Ensure performance and hardware resources efficiency.

Quality & Testing

• Build and maintain unit/integration tests 
• Adhere to coding standards (reviews, static analysis) and ensure regression safety via CI.
• Provide release notes and short technical documentation.

Architecture & Technology

•  Define service interfaces, error handling, and retry strategies.
•  Ensure security (auth, permissions, input validation, secure defaults).

Methodological Competencies

•  Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)
•  Constructive code reviews and pairing collaboration

Social Competencies

•  Clear and friendly communication (written & verbal)
•  Reliable agreements and strong teamwork in cross-functional environments
•  Objective conflict resolution; ability to give & receive feedback
•  Ownership mindset; transparency around risks