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Sr. Embedded Systems Engineer

Mettler-Toledo International, Inc
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

Reporting to the R&D Manager, this position will be responsible for the Linux embedded operating system development and integration with embedded application software and electronics for a series of analytical instruments. Using various embedded Linux operating systems authoring frameworks and Mettler Toledo proprietary application software, you will be responsible for all development phases of the embedded image from operating system design, synthesis, configuration, deployment, and testing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Product Design and Engineering

  • Designing embedded Linux operating system architectures and creating embedded Linux development frameworks.
  • Proposing, designing, developing, and deploying robust image production, distribution, and field upgrade strategies to support the development, production, and maintenance of instruments based on embedded Linux and associated technologies.
  • Conducting internal reviews for your proposed operating systems' designs with respect to various criteria, to include, but not limited to, performance, security, testability, manufacturability, and serviceability.
  • Collaborating with embedded software engineers, desktop software engineers, and product managers to define, partition, and expose operating system resources for embedded and desktop software's use.
  • Investigating new embedded Linux frameworks and following various Linux distribution releases for future security updates, product improvements, and development productivity.
  • Working with multi-disciplinary team of engineers and product managers to research and develop new products.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Project Management

  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously in various states of design or development.
  • Driving projects to completion with agreed performance, delivery, and cost targets.
  • Providing clear communication for team members to facilitate the completion of defined goals, objectives, and timelines.
  • Quality and Testing

  • Designing for manufacturability and modularity under the processes and procedures set in place and in accordance with ISO 9001 : 2000 and ATEX Annex VII (ATEX 94 / 9 / EC, 13980).
  • Consistently maintaining a high level of attention to detail and documentation to ensure ISO 9001 : 2000 and ATEX Annex VII (ATEX 90 / 9 / EC, 13980) compliance at all times.
  • Providing customer support for product design related to software / firmware problems or special applications.
  • Troubleshooting software / firmware defects, analyzing and solving complex technical problems, and implementing and testing bug fixes.
  • What You Need to Succeed

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Seven (7) years of experience on Linux operating systems, preferably in the embedded market space.
  • Experience with Linux distributions, to include, but not limited to : Ubuntu, Debian, Yocto-based embedded "custom" distributions, and PetaLinux (Xilinx / Yocto).
  • Expert level knowledge of Linux operating system internals, including, but not limited to, boot optimization, security considerations, desktops and headless deployments, memory management, and troubleshooting.
  • Expert level knowledge of Linux operating system configuration including boot loading, rootfs, security, storage partitioning, device tree creation, and maintenance. Kernel module device driver development experience is a plus.
  • Experience with any (or all) of the following embedded Linux development frameworks : Nvidia SDK Manager, PetaLinux, Buildroot, OpenEmbedded, and Yocto Project.
  • Familiarity with DevOps workflows and continuous integration and testing concepts.
  • Familiarity with cross-compilation tool chains and embedded software development techniques, including on-target and off-target development.
  • Knowledge of processors, processor subsystems, SoMs and SoCs; experience with ARM is a plus.
  • Experience with embedded application development using the GNU tools in C / C and open-source libraries is a plus.
  • Experience with analytical or similar instruments preferred.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • SAP knowledge preferred.
  • Our Offer to You

  • Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire
  • Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
  • Parental and caregiver leave programs
  • All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
  • Global market strength and worldwide leadership in precision instrumentation
  • A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
  • Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards across Mettler Toledo
  • Global recognition for the quality of our products and services
  • About Mettler Toledo

    METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

    Equal Opportunity Employment

    We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here .

    Mettler Toledo endeavors to make www.mt.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at EEO@mt.com.

    For those who prioritize precision, Mettler Toledo is precisely where you belong.

    Job Reference #

    18622

    Preferred Location

    Maryland

    Columbia

    Job Type

    Full-time

    Legal Entity

    Mettler-Toledo Autochem, Inc.

    6708 Alexander Bell Dr, Columbia, MD 21046 United States

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