Embedded Linux / Yocto Engineer
About the Position
Meteocontrol is a pioneer in independent solar energy monitoring with over 30 years of experience. We develop cutting-edge monitoring and control systems that help solar plant operators maximize yield and efficiency. As an Embedded Linux/Yocto Engineer, you will build the firmware and embedded software that powers our solar monitoring hardware.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux firmware using the Yocto Project framework
- Implement and optimize BSP (Board Support Packages) for Meteocontrol hardware platforms
- Develop and maintain device drivers, bootloaders, and system-level software
- Collaborate with hardware engineers and software developers to integrate embedded and cloud systems
- Perform system testing, debugging, and performance optimization on embedded platforms
What You’ll Work On
Your embedded software will run at solar plants across the globe, collecting the data that enables operators to squeeze maximum performance from their installations. Meteocontrol’s monitoring platforms connect thousands of solar assets to our cloud analytics - and your firmware is the essential bridge between photons hitting panels and actionable intelligence in the cloud.
This is a remote role based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, with a collaborative international team.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience developing embedded Linux systems using the Yocto Project - Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development - Experience with device driver development, bootloaders (U-Boot), and BSP customization - Familiarity with communication protocols relevant to solar monitoring (Modbus, SunSpec, or similar) - Strong debugging skills and experience with hardware bring-up
What They Offer
- Competitive salary for the Romanian market - Remote work with a flexible schedule - Work on globally deployed solar monitoring technology - Collaborative international team with 30+ years of industry expertise - Professional development and conference attendance support
