Average Linux Engineer salary in Cambridge

We’re hiring a Principal Linux / Android Platform Developer to join a highly respected engineering team building mission-critical communication devices used by emergency services, transport networks, and infrastructure organisations worldwide.This isn’t app development. This is low-level, platform engineering on products that need to perform in the real world, where reliability is essential.The RoleYou’ll play a key role in developing and evolving Android-based embedded platforms used in next-generation communication devices.This is a broad, hands-on platform role, working across Linux and Android to solve complex system-level challenges.You’ll be involved in:Android platform development (AOSP) Linux kernel and system-level programming Platform configuration, optimisation and tuning Android framework and service-level changes Performance, latency and power optimisation Debugging, profiling and system analysis Integration, testing and issue resolution Contributing to technical design and architecture What We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for a strong engineer with experience across Linux and Android platform development, ideally within embedded or device-based environments.Key skills:Strong understanding of Android internals and architecture Experience working with AOSP Solid Linux systems / kernel experience Strong C++ development skills Experience with embedded or battery-powered devices Experience optimising system performance and behaviour

Senior Embedded Linux Engineer | Cambridgeshire | £60-70kLocation: Cambridge (Consultancy-based)Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Comprehensive BenefitsDue to the type of work the client are looking for UK eyes only candidatesWe are looking for a high-caliber Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a leading technology business. This role is designed for an engineer who thrives on technical variety and wants to play a key part in turning "impossible" concepts into real-world, high-integrity platforms.Your Technical ProfileLanguage Expertise: Strong proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems.Platform Experience: Extensive experience developing for embedded platforms (ARM, STM32, or similar Microcontrollers).OS Knowledge: Solid understanding of Embedded Linux (Yocto/PetaLinux).Systems Architecture: Ability to design scalable, robust software using UML and rigorous engineering practices.Interfacing: Comfortable working close to the metal, including interfacing with on-board FPGAs and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).The "Value Add"Experience with Python or MATLAB for algorithm development and testing.Familiarity with Low-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) design constraints-crucial for drone and space applications.A background in Signal Processing or Robotics (ROS/ROS2).The ability to mentor junior engineers and act as a "Design Authority" for software workstreams.If you are a motivated engineer who thrives on variety and exciting technical challenges, apply today with your CV.

An Embedded Linux Developer with experience working across both embedded Linux and broader embedded work will provide technical solutions to a range of challenging projects as a key member of a thriving Technical Consultancy. Working closely with customers you’ll have the opportunity to work on Linux-based systems as well as bare-metal, RTOS, device drivers, algorithms and communications protocols.Due to the nature of many projects you must be a British Passport holder. Hybrid working is offered (3 days office / 2 WFH), a generous salary and benefits to include a Company Bonus Scheme, Private Healthcare, 10& Company pension contribution, Life Assurance, 25 days holiday and much more.The Embedded Linux Developer should bring the following:A minimum of a 1st/2.1 Bachelors/Masters Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics or similar.Embedded Linux development involving Yocto.Real-Time Embedded C/C++ development.Experience with high level programming language/s such as Python or C#.Broader embedded experience such as RTOS, bare metal systems, Algorithms and communication protocols.Adaptability, an ambition for learning and excellent problem solving skills.Strong customer facing skills and motivation to work in a Consultancy environment.In this Embedded Linux Developer role you will contribute to the design, build and test of embedded systems across a wide range of applications including robotics, sensing, communications and IoT devices.