Embedded Linux Engineer

Overview For over almost 60 years, our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the world’s leading brands and their customers. And while we’ve already done a lot of work we’re proud of, we’re just getting started We’re a global technology company focused on creating dynamic, smart, personalised and engaging customer experiences powered by our range of digital hardware, our proprietary content management system, and our industry‑leading signage solutions. We work in over 50 global markets and have 9 offices around the world, with a global headquarters located in Sydney, Australia. Embedded Linux Engineer The Embedded Linux Engineer role is responsible for the Operating System build on new hardware, the OS development roadmap, and the underlying and application stack for new hardware devices. The role will ensure the OS works stably with all new hardware and peripherals, test that core application functions operate as expected on new hardware, and work in collaboration with the application team in developing for new OS and hardware changes. The role will also develop a testing procedure and documentation for the introduction/deployment of new hardware with Coates operating system/application stack and assist in guiding the strategic direction and evolution of the OS/hardware. Responsibilities Development of embedded edge/IoT Linux OS images (likely based on the Yocto platform), optimisation of OS/hardware performance, assessment of possible platforms/partners, and integration of peripherals. Integration of device‑level software and scripted OS image components and implementation of application layer requirements in tandem with the application team. Development of, and integration with, automated deployment and image management processes, integration with existing Git and CI/CD toolkit, documentation of core processes and procedures (imaging, maintenance, remote access, remote upgrading), and advise on the development, implementation and operation of robust QA processes. Improvement and management of IoT system and development of device‑level data collection tools. Development of new OS images for legacy systems. Requirements Degree level Embedded Software Engineering qualification. Project experience with ground‑up development of bare‑metal embedded technology solutions, and custom Linux kernel development. Detailed knowledge of electronic system design, embedded programming, constrained software optimisation, AI/ML hardware optimisation, network security, bare‑metal OS/instruction programming, debugging, and statistical data analysis. Specialisation in multiple low‑level/bare‑metal coding languages (Assembly, C, C++, Rust, Go). 3‑4 years of electrical software technology engineering experience. About Coates Group Coates Group is an industry leader recognised with two Australia Good Design Awards and the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history. We are driven by innovation, creativity and inclusivity, and we provide rapid career advancement opportunities for our talent. Benefits The benefits include an annual market‑competitive bonus program and a “Thrive Program” that offers flexible work options, virtual wellness sessions, a global wellness paid day off, and a “Give Back Day” to support community impact. Equal Opportunity Coates Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). #J-18808-Ljbffr