Linux Software Engineer (IoT)

Job  Title: Linux Software Engineer (IoT)

Job Location: Westminster, CO, onsite

Department: Geospatial Wireless Communication Team

Ready to bridge the physical and digital worlds?

About the Role

We are seeking a talented Linux Software Engineer to join Trimble’s Geospatial Wireless Communication Team. Our team develops critical embedded Linux subsystems providing connectivity, security, and data management capabilities for Trimble devices including GNSS receivers, laser scanners, and hand held computers.

What You Will Do

In this role you will help design, create, and test systems to connect various Trimble devices to the Internet of Things (IoT) and the Trimble cloud. You will work closely with a small cross functional team of engineers and together be responsible for the secure flow of data to and from the Linux device and the Trimble cloud. 

About the Geospatial Wireless Communications Team

Our team develops sophisticated embedded Linux platforms built on Yocto that deliver: - Multi-radio connectivity (UHF, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy and Cellular) - Secure boot and firmware update infrastructure - Real-time data synchronization and MQTT-based messaging - Advanced power management and network security - Regional compliance and radio monitoring capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Embedded Linux Development

• Design, implement, and maintain embedded Linux system components using Yocto/OpenEmbedded

• Create sharable code libraries implementing peripheral and central nodes for secure Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communications on Linux.

• Contribute to design specifications and sample applications and help other Trimble teams integrate our communication systems in their platforms.

Connectivity & Integration

• Develop and integrate a secure Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication system to bridge IoT connectivity between devices without an IP stack and handheld Android and Windows computers.

• Work with hardware teams on bring-up and integration of new radio modules

Build Systems & CI/CD

• Maintain and improve Yocto-based build infrastructure

• Create and maintain build documentation

What Skills & Experience You Should Bring

Technical Skills

• Strong Linux Systems Programming: 5+ years of experience with C/C++ development on Linux

• Embedded Linux: 3+ years working with embedded Linux systems, preferably using Yocto/OpenEmbedded

• System Architecture: Deep understanding of Linux kernel, device drivers, and system initialization (systemd)

• Networking: Strong knowledge of Linux networking stack, iptables/nftables, BLE and other wireless technologies

• Version Control: Proficiency with Git, BitBucket, and collaborative development workflows

Embedded Systems Experience

• Experience with ARM-based embedded processors (NXP i.MX family preferred)

• Understanding of eMMC/flash storage, partition schemes, and filesystem management

• Knowledge of boot loaders (U-Boot) and secure boot implementation

Development Practices

• Strong debugging skills with tools like GDB, strace, tcpdump, Wireshark

• Experience with cross-compilation and embedded toolchains

• Proficiency with shell scripting (Bash) and Python for automation

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

Communication & Documentation

• Excellent technical writing skills

• Experience with documentation systems

• Strong collaboration skills for working with distributed teams

• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly

What Skills & Experience You Could Bring

• Experience with MQTT, message brokers, and IoT protocols

• Knowledge of wireless protocols (802.11, Bluetooth, cellular modems)

• Familiarity with device tree and Linux kernel configuration

• Experience with technical diagramming tools

• Contributions to open-source projects

Tools & Technologies You’ll Work With

Build & Development: - Git / BitBucket / Repo tool - GCC / cross-compilers - Bamboo CI/CD

Languages & Scripting: - C/C++ (primary) - Python (automation, tooling) - Bash scripting -  Markdown

Embedded Platform: - NXP i.MX processors - U-Boot bootloader - systemd - (firmware updates)

Networking & Protocols: - NetworkManager / ModemManager - iptables / nftables - Various wireless technologies

Documentation & Planning: - Jira project management - Confluence / technical wikis

What We Offer

• Impactful Work: Your code will run on thousands of devices used in construction, agriculture, and surveying systems worldwide

• Technical Growth: Work on cutting-edge embedded Linux systems with complex multi-radio connectivity

• Collaborative Environment: Join a globally distributed team of experienced engineers across multiple locations

• Modern Practices: Work with contemporary development tools, CI/CD, and documentation systems

• Innovation: Contribute to next-generation products in the geospatial and construction technology space

Work Environment

• International Team: Collaborate with engineers in Sweden, India, France, Germany, New Zealand and other global locations

• Modern Tooling: VS Code, automated testing, comprehensive documentation infrastructure

• Continuous Learning: Access to technical training, conferences, and professional development

About Trimble

Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety and sustainability. From purpose-built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are transforming industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation.

Compensation:  Trimble provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full time schedule. Trimble reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Hiring Range

Pay Rate Type

Bonus Eligible?

Commission Eligible?

Benefits:  Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans and retirement plans. Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. If this position is identified above as commission- or bonus-eligible, the terms of the commission plan or discretionary bonus plan for which you are eligible will be provided following the employee start date.

How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Application Deadline: Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date.

At Trimble, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Guided by our core values—Belong, Innovate, and Grow—we embrace and celebrate differences, knowing they make us stronger and more innovative. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and advancing opportunities while embracing race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected and diverse characteristic. We are committed to offering our candidates and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs the ability to seek reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law and/or where it would not constitute undue hardship for Trimble. For more, please see Trimble's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at https://investor.trimble.com, under “Corporate Governance.”

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