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Job Title: Embedded Linux
Position: Lead Analyst
Experience: 6\+ yrs
Category: Support
Main location: Bangalore
Position ID: J0426\-2170
Employment Type: Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or higher with minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
We are seeking a Senior Embedded Linux Developer with 6–8 years of experience in residential gateways, networking devices, or IoT edge platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in OpenWrt/Yocto\-based firmware development, networking stacks, and low\-level system debugging, along with experience in integrating device management services across multiple hardware platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Embedded Firmware Development
. Design, develop, and customize embedded Linux firmware (OpenWrt/Yocto\-based)
. Build and maintain Board Support Packages (BSPs) for networking devices
. Port firmware across architectures (ARM, MIPS, x86\)
. Work on bootloaders such as U\-Boot and system initialization
Networking \& Gateway Development
. Develop and enhance networking features for residential gateways and routers
. Implement and troubleshoot: TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS Routing, NAT, firewall (iptables/nftables) Wi\-Fi protocols (802\.11\) and mesh networking
. Work with device management protocols such as TR\-069 / TR\-369
. Perform packet\-level debugging using tcpdump and Wireshark
Device Management \& Integration
. Develop and integrate device management services
. Implement remote provisioning, monitoring, and firmware upgrade mechanisms
. Collaborate with backend/cloud teams for device lifecycle management
Low\-Level Development \& Debugging
. Debug kernel, driver, and system\-level issues
. Work with hardware interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO)
. Use debugging tools such as gdb, strace, and dmesg
. Analyze system performance, memory usage, and stability issues
Open Source \& Collaboration
. Contribute to or leverage open\-source projects (e.g., OpenWrt ecosystem)
. Work with cross\-functional teams (hardware, QA, DevOps)
. Participate in code reviews and ensure coding best practices
. Strong programming in C / C\+\+ (mandatory)
. Hands\-on experience with Embedded Linux internals: Kernel, device drivers, system services Build systems: Yocto / OpenWrt / Buildroot
. Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS Routing, NAT, firewall (iptables/nftables)
. Experience with cross\-compilation and toolchains
. Proficiency in debugging tools: gdb, strace, tcpdump, Wireshark
. Experience with Git\-based version control
. Scripting knowledge (Python / Shell)
Preferred Qualifications
. Build systems: Yocto, Buildroot, OpenWrt
. Version control: Git
. CI/CD: Jenkins, GitLab CI
. Debugging: gdb, tcpdump, Wireshark
. Hardware interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
. Testing: Unit and integration testing on real hardware
CGI is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, CGI is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.
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Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well\-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
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