Embedded Linux System Engineer (m/w/d)

Fernitz bei Graz, Steiermark, at February 25, 2026

Context

As an Embedded Linux System Software Development Engineer, you are part of Embedded Systems team at R&D. The focus of the work is on our embedded device platform, on which our infrastructure products such as gateways and border routers are based. 

Key responsibilities:

  • Evaluation, architecture and design of os core/distribution layer
  • Develop and maintain embedded linux core functionalities
  • Drive operating system spins on behalf of an modular hardware concept
  • Develop software tools from scratch, porting of third-party-software
  • Debugging of function and performance issues and root cause analysis
  • Upstreaming of sustainable implementations
  • Support in architecture of root-of-trust and security concepts
  • Initial bring up, ongoing optimization, implementation of new features/tooling
  • Suggest improvements related to products, software offerings, documentation, processes in order to allow continuous improvement

Key challenges:

  • In-depth knowledge of Linux and Yocto/Openembedded
  • Ability to work in a team with colleagues from other development areas and externals
  • Drive integration of main core features and os spins
  • Be able to steer the R&D team towards a smart and adapted solution
  • Comprehensible identification of errors and challenges for external parties
  • Suggestion of possible solutions and optimizations
  • Responsibility for the maturity level of the solution within the specified timeframe
  • Ensure the satisfaction of stakeholders

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, telecommunications or equivalent training

Experience:

  • Expertise in Embedded Linux eco-system (Kernel, systemd, connectivity, services)
  • At least 3 years as Embedded Linux Software Developer in R&D or similar exceptional work experience in development roles.
  • Advanced in OpenEmbedded/Yocto Project build system
  • Advanced in C, C++, Python and Bash
  • Familiar with communication peripherals (Bluetooth, Ethernet, Wi-Fi)
  • Experience in Hardware development

Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent English language skills reading/writing/speaking
  • High-integrity, open, team player
  • Demonstrable Electronics knowledge and work experience: the ability to read and understand hardware schematics and datasheets; to use standard development aids such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, bus protocol analyzers, etc. when developing low-level software which interacts directly with machine registers
  • Great technical understanding
  • Good analytical thinking skills
  • Interest in computer science
  • Ability to abstract for the modelling of solution concepts
  • Willingness for further training on new technologies and legal aspects
  • High quality awareness and good communications skills

We are innovative. We help individuals thrive.

VusionGroup is present in 19 countries worldwide. When you join us, you’ll become part of a globally distributed team of intellectually curious, committed, and collaborative colleagues.

The work is fast-paced, challenging, and demanding. Here, you’ll feel valued for your contributions as we reinvent modern commerce—together.

We feel supported. And so will you.

VusionGroup is a place where people feel safe, happy, and respected. We offer programs and benefits that support you through whatever life brings, including:

  • 🎒 Goodies
  • 🩳 Gym / Yoga, Pilates, Functional Fitness, Padel Tennis, etc.
  • 💻 Laptop (also for personal use)
  • 🚏 Excellent public transport connections with financial support
  • ⏲️ Flexible working hours
  • 🏡 Home office
  • 🩳 No dress code / casual style
  • 💸 No all-in contract
  • ⛹️ Team events
  • 🚤 Beautiful Mur River within walking distance
  • ♿️ Accessibility
  • 🚲 Bicycle parking
  • 🍽️ Canteen with varied meals and meal subsidies
  • 🥙 Kebab nearby
  • 🥝 Fresh fruit
  • ☕️ Coffee, tea, Sodastream, etc.
  • 🔌 EV charging stations
  • 🧳 Graz Airport nearby
  • 🗺️ Multicultural environment – work with colleagues from all over the world

For the advertised position, the collective agreement (KV) minimum base salary is €3,843.00 gross per month, with a willingness to pay above the KV depending on actual qualifications (for full-time employment).

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