Magnet Forensics
Engineering
EmbeddedLinuxEngineeringLead
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“Embedded Linux Engineering Lead at Magnet Forensics. Skills: Embedded Linux, Technical leadership, Hardware/software integration. Lead embedded Linux development. Contribute to embedded Linux platform”
Industry & Context.
Debug low-level hardware/software integration issues
Reside in The United States
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Embedded Linux experience on custom hardware, C, Python, and/or shell scripting skills, Linux kernel configuration experience, Device trees experience, Bootloaders experience, Root filesystems experience, Board support packages experience, Build systems experience, Ability to debug low-level hardware/software integration issues, Clear written and verbal communication
Nice to Have
Prior experience as a technical lead, Prior experience as a team lead, Prior experience as senior engineer coordinating others, Experience with secure boot, Experience with signed updates, Experience with encrypted storage, Experience with device identity, Experience with production update systems for embedded Linux, Experience with production concerns for Linux devices, Experience with ARM SoCs, Experience with NXP i. MX, Experience with Xilinx/Zynq/Kria, Experience with FPGA SoCs
What You'll Do.
Lead embedded Linux development
Contribute to embedded Linux platform
Ensure effective delegation
Keep engineers focused on priorities
Translate platform goals into actionable work
Coordinate assignments
Review technical direction
Ensure team focus on objectives
Contribute to bootloader
Contribute to device tree
Contribute to root filesystem
Contribute to build system
Contribute to update system
Contribute to board bring-up
Contribute to debugging
Contribute to release work
Work closely with hardware teams
Work closely with firmware teams
Work closely with QA teams
Work closely with manufacturing teams
Work closely with security teams
Work closely with application software teams
Take on formal leadership responsibilities
Provide performance feedback
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Hardware teams; Firmware teams; QA teams; Manufacturing teams; Security teams; Application software teams
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Planning, Coordination, Delegation
Full Job Description
## Description Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries. Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security. With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity. If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal, we would love to hear from you! Role OverviewWe are hiring an Embedded Linux Engineering Lead to lead embedded Linux development for custom hardware products. This is a player/coach role with an expected split of roughly 50% technical leadership and 50% hands-on development. The right candidate will personally contribute to the company’s embedded Linux platform, in addition to planning the team’s work, ensuring effective delegation, and keeping engineers focused on near-term execution priorities. For a strong performer, this role is expected to grow into a formal people-management position within 6–12 months. Note: Candidate must reside in The United States. ## Success Profile The ideal candidate is a Senior Embedded Linux Engineer who wants to lead without stepping away from the code too early. They can personally solve difficult technical problems, but they also know how to organize work, focus on a team, delegate effectively, and create momentum. T
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