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Lead Embedded Software Engineer

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Are you a technical leader who can define platform direction, tackle complex embedded challenges, and shape the long-term evolution of embedded products?

If so, you could be our next Lead Embedded Software Engineer, responsible for leading the architecture, implementation, and advancement of the embedded Linux platforms that power our automation solutions.

Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development, leadership and well-being. As a global company, we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations. Apply your expertise in our industry leading team of automation professionals.

As a senior technical authority, you will influence product strategy, drive architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure our embedded platforms deliver on performance, reliability, and lifecycle expectations. You’ll work across hardware, firmware, software, and product teams to align the platform with both immediate needs and long‑term vision.

In this role you will:

  • Provide technical leadership and architectural oversight for embedded Linux software across multiple product lines
  • Drive the platform strategy across Yocto builds, kernel configuration, driver architecture, and real‑time system behavior
  • Lead development, debugging, and optimization of Linux kernel modules, device drivers, and application software
  • Architect and guide the implementation of real‑time, performance‑critical applications in C/C++
  • Drive resolution of complex issues spanning hardware, kernel, bootloaders, and user‑space components
  • Ensure long-term platform maintainability, security posture, and scalability
  • Mentor embedded engineers and raise the technical bar across the organization
  • Collaborate with hardware, test, manufacturing, and product management to ensure system success
  • Oversee BSP integration and validation of embedded platform components
  • Contribute to architecture documentation, design guidelines, and engineering standards
  • Represent embedded engineering in design reviews, technical governance, and roadmap planning

An ideal candidate in this role:

  • Brings 7+ years of experience in embedded Linux development
  • Holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
  • Has strong expertise with Yocto and custom Linux distribution development
  • Is familiar with debugging and profiling tools such as Valgrind, perf, oprofile, or similar
  • Has mastery of Linux kernel internals, device drivers, and low-level system debugging
  • Is highly proficient in C/C++ for embedded and real-time applications
  • Understands low-latency and deterministic system design (e.g., PREEMPT_RT).
  • Has a proven track record of technical leadership
  • Is comfortable working at the intersection of hardware and software
  • Demonstrates strong systems thinking, structured problem-solving, and lifecycle awareness
  • Experience in industrial automation or mission‑critical environments is a plus

We offer

We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company-funded registered pension plan.

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check.

Additional Information

Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people.

To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online.

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer’s performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers

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