Principal Embedded Linux Developer

Job Title: Principal Embedded Linux Developer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Embedded Linux Developer to design, develop, and optimize embedded Linux software for custom platforms. The role involves building and maintaining software drivers, system-level applications, and client/server solutions, along with processing and analyzing digital signals to support advanced system capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded Linux software for custom platforms.
• Build and maintain software drivers, system-level applications, and client/server solutions.
• Process and analyze digital signals to support advanced system capabilities.
• Evaluate and integrate both legacy and modern processor technologies within equipment.
• Analyze operating systems, system architectures, and hardware/software interfaces.
• Write efficient, reliable code using both low-level (Assembly) and high-level programming languages.
• Reverse engineer existing software to enhance, adapt, or troubleshoot systems.
• Participate in and lead peer code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable solutions.

Essential Skills

• Extensive experience in firmware development.
• Proficiency with Linux, embedded systems, and kernel development.
• Experience working with embedded Linux and board design.
• Proven track record in software development.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work as an individual contributor while providing some mentorship and direction.

Work Environment

The role involves working with a team of dedicated professionals in a dynamic and innovative environment. You will be using cutting-edge technologies and equipment to push the boundaries of embedded Linux development. The position is designed for an individual contributor with opportunities to mentor and guide team members.

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $100.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.