Linux Software Engineer (m/f/d)
Quantum-Systems GmbH
GilchingPosted 25 days agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Full-time permanentInternet and software, professional
About the role
As
Linux Software Engineer
, you will be a key part of our
System Architecture team
to develop and maintain the Linux-based systems powering our unmanned aerial vehicles at Quantum-Systems. Together with our World-Class-Team, currently 3 team members, you will take an empowering role: pushing the boundaries of drone technologies.
You will be working closely with stakeholders from the
Avionics, Systems Engineering, and Flight Testing
departments to integrate hardware, third-party software, and onboard applications into a high-performance Linux platform.
Providing a reliable, scalable, and mission-critical software environment
is essential to Quantum-Systems – your mission will have a powerful impact.
What is your Day to Day Mission
- Maintaining existing as well as creating new Linux applications on the unmanned aircraft.
- Designing and coordinating interfaces between teams, documenting the architecture and design decisions.\
- Integration of hardware and 3rd-party software into the Linux system, aligning with suppliers and other teams.
- Testing of existing and new applications. This includes writing unit tests, integration tests, functional tests, and acceptance tests.
- Analyzing logs from flights, both from test flights as well as real-world customer issues.
- Debugging and finding solutions for software and hardware issues related to the Linux system.
- Maintaining and extending the build system, pipeline, and tooling. Creating releases with release notes.
- Working in an agile environment and following the defined development process.
What you bring to the team
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
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3+ years of experience
in Linux software development, preferably in embedded or robotics systems.
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Strong proficiency in C/C++ (14 or newer)
with proven experience developing Linux applications.
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Solid understanding of Linux internals
, including system services, device trees, and kernel modules.
- Experience with
cross-compilation, Yocto, Buildroot
, or similar build systems.
- Hands-on experience with
debugging tools
(e.g., GDB, strace, perf) and
log analysis
.
- Familiarity with
testing methodologies
, including writing and executing unit, integration, and system-level tests.
- Experience with
CI/CD pipelines
, version control systems (e.g., Git), and release management.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug both
software and hardware integration issues
.
- Proficiency in
technical documentation
, including interface definitions and architectural decisions.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines.
•
Fluent in English
, both written and spoken.
As a Plus
- Experience in
aerospace, UAV, or automotive
industries.
- Familiarity with
middleware and interface standards
such as DDS, MAVLink, CAN, or Ethernet.
- Knowledge of
containerization technologies
(e.g., Docker) and
virtualization
.
- Prior experience working in an
Agile/Scrum development environment
.
- Exposure to
real-time Linux
or safety-critical software development is a plus.
Why Quantum-Systems:
- We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.
- We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.
- We push limits, think outside-the-box and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.
- We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.
Our benefits
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Company pension scheme
We support you so that you can already make provisions for later.
•
Flexible working hours
With trust-based working hours, you are not only responsible for your working hours, but also for your work-life balance.
•
Mobile Work
If things get a little busy in the office, you have the option to work remotely one flexible day per week to create the right balance.
•
Stay active
With EGYM Wellpass, you get access to thousands of fitness and sports facilities — and of course, we subsidize the membership.
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Bike-Leasing
We support you in staying environmentally mobile and healthy.
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Corporate Benefits
Your opportunity for attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Adidas, Apple, Expedia.
•
Employee events
We not only want to grow together, but also celebrate our successes together.
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Lunch-Card
Be powerful with delicious energy, daily lunch budget is sponsored.
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Company Shuttle
Enjoy our convenient shuttle service that picks you up from Laim in Munich and brings you to our location, with return trips at the end of the workday.
About us
Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.
Our commitment
We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.
At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.
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