We are seeking an experienced Embedded Linux / Yocto Engineer to support the migration of an existing i.MX6-based platform to i.MX8. This role will focus on modernizing a legacy Yocto Sumo environment, updating BSP components, and ensuring application compatibility on new hardware.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and configure a new Yocto build environment targeting i.MX8
- Analyze and assess existing Yocto Sumo (EOL) environment and build (i.MX6)
- Migrate and convert legacy Yocto recipes to current standards (automated and manual)
- Update and integrate third-party components, including QML GStreamer plugins
- Modify and update U-Boot for new hardware platform
- Convert and maintain Device Tree configurations for i.MX8
- Support application layer integration and ensure successful cross-compilation
- Troubleshoot build, boot, and runtime issues across the stack
- Strong experience with Yocto Project (including legacy versions like Sumo)
- Hands-on experience with NXP i.MX platforms (i.MX6 and i.MX8 preferred)
- Solid understanding of BSP development, U-Boot, and Device Trees
- Experience porting embedded Linux systems across hardware platforms
- Familiarity with multimedia frameworks (GStreamer, QML integration)
- Strong debugging skills across bootloader, kernel, and user space
- Experience with Variscite modules or similar SOMs
- Background working with EOL Yocto migrations
- Scripting experience for recipe/tooling automation
Estimated Min Rate: $80.00
Estimated Max Rate: $85.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
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