Role

Looking for a
Senior Embedded Linux / Kernel Architect
to lead the architecture and development of a Linux-based POS platform. The role will involve Linux kernel, BSP, device drivers, hardware integration and partner/vendor SDKs, while providing technical leadership to the engineering team.

Key Skills
10+ years of experience in
Embedded Linux / Linux Kernel
Solid
C/C++ and Linux internals
expertise
Experience with
BSP, device drivers and middleware architecture
Solid knowledge of
Yocto / Buildroot
and embedded Linux build systems
Hands-on experience with
USB, UART, I2C, SPI, GPIO, networking and ARM
Experience integrating
vendor SDKs, BSPs and hardware platforms
Strong debugging across application, middleware, driver and kernel layers
Experience with
boot process, kernel configuration, cross-compilation and system bring-up
Ability to define architecture,



evaluate technologies and solve complex hardware/software integration issues
Solid technical leadership and stakeholder/partner management skills

Good to Have
POS / payment terminal
experience
Android HAL / AOSP and
Android-to-Linux porting
NFC, EMV, card readers, printers and scanners
Qualcomm, NXP, MediaTek, Rockchip or similar SoCs
Secure Boot, TPM, Secure Elements and embedded security

Important:
This is a
hands-on architecture and technical leadership role
. The candidate should be capable of making platform-level decisions while also diving into kernel, BSP, driver and hardware issues when required. Candidates with only Linux application/server development experience are not suitable.

📌 Embedded Linux/ Kernel Architect Bengaluru
🏢 marlabs
📍 Bengaluru