Software Developer (C, Embedded)
Place of work: Bratislava
Start date: Upon agreement
Basic wage component (gross) and other rewards: from €2700 gross
Contract type: Fulltime
The Kistler Group is a Swiss high-tech company and the global market leader in dynamic measurement technology.
We develop and supply sensors, electronics and software backed up by a full range of services. In Bratislava we develop software for the next generation of IoT devices. Our software helps customers to manufacture higher quality products, to develop cleaner cars and to reduce congestions on the highways. Behind our success stand our passion for technology, our focus on innovation and a work environment that promotes teamwork. You can help us develop vehicles that people can trust and create measurement systems that save lives. Come shape a better future with us.
Purpose of the position
The primary authority on the Linux kernel and hardware-to-software communication. This role is responsible for the lowest layers of the stack, ensuring the OS is correctly configured for the target hardware and that performance is optimized at the driver level.
Your typical day
- Working in a software development team
- Kernel Development: Design and implement kernel-level modules and drivers.
- HW-SW Integration: Take primary responsibility for hardware-software communication concepts and troubleshooting.
- Build System Ownership: Manage and optimize complex Yocto layers for the platform.
- Technical Mentorship: Lead the organization in understanding Linux principles and hardware interaction.
- Delivery Automation: Ensure the base OS image is integrated into the CI/CD pipeline efficiently.
Your profile
- Experience: 2+ years specifically in Linux Kernel development.
- Languages: Highly skilled C developer; C++ (Nice to have); Rust (Advantage).
- Build Systems: Advanced Yocto skills (Must have).
- Hard Skills: Deep understanding of electronics and HW-SW communication.
- Environment: Low-level Linux principles and kernel-space development.
What you can expect from us
The way we work
- Hybrid working model – based on the agreement with your team lead. We trust that you know how to organize your time to stay productive
- Regular performance review and career growth possibilities
- A dynamic and challenging role in a global company
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Close collaboration with business drivers and key users
- Support for ongoing professional development to expand your technical and professional knowledge
Health & Well-being
- Electric stand-up desk and ergonomic chair
- 100% salary reimbursement for 10 days of sick leave
- 25 days of vacation for everybody
Recognition
- Compensation of overtimes
- Compensation of travelling time in case of business trip (extra allowance)
- Flexible Benefit System - starting from 1000€ per year in the Benefit Plus portal - platform with thousands of suppliers of your choice, including Kistler specific offerings
- Attractive referral bonus
- Extra contribution in significant life events – weddings and childbirths, rehousing
- Relocation bonus for employees who are moving because of Kistler (over 100 km)
Career & Development
- Online English & German language courses
- Library, Online Educational Portals: Pluralsight, Safari books, LeanPub, Egghead
Social life
- Team-buildings, Company breakfast, Christmas Party, Grill Party, etc.
- Football table and board games in the office
Extra benefits
- Special offers and discounts (Metro cards, SND, Curaprox etc.)
- Lunch tickets in amount of 8,00 EUR
- Great coffee, tea, fresh fruit
Do you like it so far? Let us know, send us your CV. After receiving and reviewing your CV we will contact you for short telephone pre-screen. Following this, if successful, we will set up meeting with your future team leader and one of our technical specialist for more detailed discussion about your experience and motivation and to answer your questions about company and project itself. The final stage of the hiring process is meeting with head of Kistler Bratislava to get to know you better and align on the personal and position expectations. Our HR colleagues will be informing and guiding you through every step of this process. Good luck. We are looking forward to meeting you.