Embedded Linux Engineer and Consultant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 23, 2025. prevas.com scores C on the Alion truth index.
Are you passionate about Embedded Linux and eager to make a real impact across industries? Join Prevas as an Embedded Linux Engineer and Consultant, helping our clients navigate technology transitions, ensure product security, and build new embedded solutions for a safer, smarter world. Whether you come from a consultancy background or have experience as a technical leader in product development, this could be your next step.
About the Role: Embedded Linux Engineering & Consulting
As part of our team, you will collaborate with a wide variety of organizations - from global enterprises to innovative startups. Your main focus will be on embedded Linux development, secure firmware, and technical consulting. You will play an essential role in supporting our clients as they develop, update, and secure their embedded systems, particularly in response to evolving security standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities in Embedded Linux Engineering & Consulting
Design, develop, and optimize embedded Linux software for various hardware platforms.
Work closely with our skilled engineers and customers.
Desirable: Additional Responsibilities
Collaborate on hardware root-of-trust, secure boot, and chain-of-trust implementations.
Assist in system hardening, configuration for security, encryption, and access control mechanisms and embedded patch management.
What We’re Looking For: Skills & Experience in Embedded Linux.
Background in software development and embedded systems, specifically with Linux.
Ability to work with Linux both in user and kernel space.
Experience working with Yocto
Structured, analytical, and reliable approach to problem solving.
Excellent English communication and writing skills, able to convey technical detail concisely and clearly.
Desirable: Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in cybersecurity, software lifecycle management, or security architecture (from any industry - embedded, medical, IT, defense, etc.).
Experience working with security standards - e.g. IEC 62443-4-1/2, IEC 81001-5-1, ETSI EN 303 645, EN 18031, ISO 27001.
Hands-on experience with secure software development technologies such as secure bootloaders, encrypted data storage, threat modelling (e.g. STRIDE), and system authentication methods.
Why Join Prevas? Career Growth in Embedded Linux & Consulting
Be part of a dynamic team where you work closely with experts who value problem solving, personal growth, and technical passion.
Opportunities to influence product security strategies in real-world projects.
Work with a great mix of industries and customers - from large corporations to dynamic startups.
Create lasting impact in both products and organizations through your consulting work.
About Prevas: Engineering Excellence in Embedded Linux & Electronics
At Prevas, embedded technology is at our core. Over the last 40 years, we have completed more than 5,000 development projects across software and electronics. We see development as a natural part of life - from idea to product, and from career to personal growth. Our open, inclusive atmosphere provides you with the space to be yourself and develop your ideas, while working across disciplines with dedicated colleagues.
If you share our passion for problem-solving, teamwork, and learning, and you want to help shape the future of embedded systems and secure IoT solutions, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply / Contact Us
For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact VP Technology Peter Aagaard Kristensen at +45 51 54 33 66. You can also find out more about us on our website and LinkedIn page.
We look forward to welcoming you to Prevas - where every day is a chance to build something great together.