Embedded Linux Engineer (m/f/d)

About

MED-EL is a leading manufacturer of innovative medical devices for the treatment of various types and degrees of hearing loss. With headquarters in Innsbruck, Austria, MED-EL has over 3,100 employees around the world. The Business Unit Neurorehabilitation STIWELL is engaged in the development and sale of pioneering products in the field of neurorehabilitation.

Your Tasks

• Design, extend, and maintain a high-performance Yocto-based Linux distribution tailored for cutting-edge embedded platforms
• Configure, optimize, and support bootloaders, Linux kernels, and BSPs for custom hardware solutions
• Architect and implement automated build, integration, and testing pipelines to ensure a smooth and reliable development workflow
• Diagnose and resolve complex hardware and software issues using tools such as GDB, JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Develop and continuously enhance robust security mechanisms across the entire embedded Linux stack—from secure boot to user space

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher degree (University, FH) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• At least three – five years of practical experience of embedded Linux development using Yocto, ideally within a CI/CD environment
• Strong C programming skills; knowledge of version control system such as GIT, familiarity with C++, Rust is a plus
• Experience with common hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet)
• Team‑oriented mindset with good English communication skills, both written and spoken; German skills are a plus

Your Benefits

• Central Location
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Hours
• International Environment
• Onboarding
• Workplace Well-Being
• Minimum Salary: Annual gross salary from € 54,723.53, based on professional qualification and experience.