Linux Developer

Our client is a well-established manufacturer specializing in Professional Mobile Radio (PMR) and secure digital mobility equipment and systems. It is currently expanding its product portfolio to include a cloud-based managed service offering designed for emergency services and mission-critical customers worldwide. As a prominent player in the global Critical Communications market, they have over 70 years of continuous support to major organizations and government bodies.

Hybrid - Worcester or Derby up to 3 Days Per Month / Candidates MUST have right to work in the UK and be able to commute to either West Midlands or East Midlands on a monthly basis.

Role Purpose:

As a Linux Developer, you will focus on developing highly scalable, distributed systems to connect mission-critical applications on mobile (vehicular) devices to cloud infrastructure.

What you will be doing:

As a Linux Developer your role will design and develop end-to-end applications emphasizing resilience, security, performance, scalability, and supportability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, user-friendly software solutions. Actively participate in Agile development processes, coordinate with various stakeholders, and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the broader software ecosystem and tools.

What experience you'll have:

• Linux audio systems and hardware codecs, such as the SGTL5000
• Experience of the iMX8 family of CPUs and peripherals (or similar Cortex ARM based CPUs)
• An understanding of the kernel's Direct Rendering Manager, EDID and HDMI standards
• Experience with communications protocols to accommodate low-bandwidth, high latency and/or high error-rate bearers
• Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery, Rust)
• Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js)
• Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL), web servers (e.g. Apache) and UI/UX design

Skills and Attributes you'll have:

• 3+ years commercial C/C++ development experience (Unix/POSIX API, open source, GNU toolchain)
• Proficient with Git and Subversion source control
• Familiar with day-to-day Linux usage (Bash command line & utilities)
• Familiar with Debian/Devuan Linux distribution
• Ability to debug new hardware with an oscilloscope and logic analyser
• Networking, including tun/tap interfaces, DSCP, iptables, routing, DNS, DHCP interception
• Cryptography for small messages, including pre-shared keys and public key encryption

Hybrid - Worcester or Derby up to 3 Days Per Month / Candidates MUST have right to work in the UK and be able to commute to either West Midlands or East Midlands on a monthly basis.

The role will also come with the following benefits:

• A Competitive Salary and benefits package
• Free on site parking
• Benefits platform with numerous reductions/ money off vouchers etc
• Electric car lease scheme
• Increasing AL with length of service
• 3 additional days AL for Christmas shut down
• Workplace pension
• Flu vaccinations
• Childcare vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible working/Home working/Hybrid working - Approx 3 days in office per month/Flexibility to interface to international colleagues and anchor customers via Skype, Teams etc. outside normal working hours.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organisation.

Concerned that you might not perfectly meet all the criteria for this role? At Recruitment Collective, we hold a strong commitment to fostering inclusivity for all and establishing opportunities where individuals from diverse personal and professional backgrounds can excel. Therefore, if you're enthusiastic about this position but find that your previous experiences don't align precisely with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to register with us. You may well be the ideal candidate for another role or opportunity, and our recruitment team is here to assist in evaluating how your skills can be a valuable fit for our clients.