Freelance Linux Embedded Engineer (IoT project - 6 weeks from August 18)

We’re currently looking for a freelance Linux Embedded Engineer to join a specific IoT project starting immediately – August 18, for a fixed duration of 6 weeks.

This is a one-time engagement (not a long-term opportunity), ideal for an experienced and independent engineer available full-time in the short term and interested in contributing to a focused, impactful project.

You’ll be working as the sole Firmware Engineer on the project, taking full ownership of the embedded side. You’ll be in direct contact with the US-based client, so we’re looking for someone who’s not only an expert in their field, but also communicative, proactive, and able to drive the topic forward independently. Very good spoken and written English is a must.

You’ll be joining a small, agile team to work on firmware and software development for a new connected device. The work is fully remote, with flexible hours, and we are open only to B2B/freelance cooperation.

About the project

You’ll be working on an IoT device, collaborating with a hardware team to bring up a new platform, adapt the embedded Linux stack (based on Yocto/Buildroot), and ensure device readiness for a demo in early October.

Practical info

• 💼 Duration: 6 weeks (starting August 18)

• 👩‍💻 Type of contract: freelance / B2B only

• 🌍 Location: 100% remote

• 💰 Rate: 150-250 PLN net / hour (depending on experience)

Recruitment process

1. Short HR call (30 min)

2. Technical interview (60 min)

3. Final decision

If you’re available from August 18 and ready to jump into an exciting short-term IoT challenge – we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• min. 3 years of experience in embedded systems development with C/C++

• hands-on experience with Linux build systems (Yocto or Buildroot)

• deep understanding of the Linux kernel, device drivers, bootloaders (esp. U-Boot)

• experience with hardware bring-up and reading schematics

• familiarity with debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)

• strong communication skills and proactive mindset

• English at B2+ level

Nice to have

• experience with BLE, Wi-Fi, or other IoT protocols

• knowledge of RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS)

• scripting in Bash or Python