Job Description **Who will you be working with?** We are the leading supplier of onboard passenger information system for rolling stocks. You will be working with a global team scattered in Germany, Switzerland, China, India and Italy. Besides the programing languages, English is also used daily to interact with our team members and customers. Our projects are distributed around the world, which means you will be working in a multi-culture environment, delivering software solutions to meet requirements from all kinds of background. **How will you make a difference?** You will be responsible for: Independently bring up Linux on new hardware platforms + Diagnose issues using schematics, datasheets, and errata + Resolve boot failures, peripheral issues, and configuration/timing problems Own the Embedded Linux BSP + Bootloader / Kernel / RootFS configuration, customization, and optimization + Long-term maintenance of platform stability Linux device driver development and debugging + GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, USB, Ethernet, CAN, etc. + Root-cause analysis combining logs, source code, and hardware signals Build custom Linux distributions using Yocto / OpenEmbedded + Maintain layers and recipes + Produce production-ready, upgradable, and maintainable images Work closely with hardware engineers + Read and understand schematics + Validate hardware against datasheets + Clearly identify whether issues are hardware, software, or integration-related Support production and field issues + Firmware packaging + Upgrade and rollback mechanisms + Debugging issues on deployed devices Produce essential technical documentation + BSP documentation + Hardware-related notes + Upgrade and recovery procedures **What do we want to know about you?** + Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Engineering, Electronics, or related fields + 5+ years of hands-on Embedded Linux experience + Proven experience independently bringing up at least one hardware platform + Solid understanding of Linux kernel internals and real driver development experience + Strong experience with ARM or x86 platforms (at least one in depth) + Ability to read schematics, datasheets, pinmux, and timing specifications + Proficient in C and Shell scripting with strong debugging skills + Capable of independently solving complex system-level problems Nice to Have + Experience with both x86 and ARM platforms + Familiarity with U-Boot, GRUB, or UEFI boot processes + Deep experience customizing Yocto BSPs + Background in industrial, automotive, rail, or embedded systems + Hands-on experience with JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers + Experience maintaining BSPs for production devices **What will your typical day look like?** + Communicating with system engineers for requirements. + You will independently own the Linux bring-up of new hardware platforms, covering the full lifecycle from power-on → boot → kernel → drivers → root filesystem → production firmware. + This role is for a system-level engineer who takes full responsibility for whether the product actually works in production. It is not an application-level role and not limited to maintaining vendor BSPs. Additional Information **What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?** At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. **Who are we?** Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com. **Culture powers us and the possibilities.** We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.