At TYTAN, we aim to set a global standard in autonomous air defense with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems that counter unmanned aerial threats at scale. We are looking for a Senior Embedded Platform Engineer who lives at the boundary between software and hardware. Someone who has taken a tested binary and turned it into a deployable, updatable, provisionable system image running on real embedded targets in a production environment. Not a hobbyist, not a prototype builder: someone who has shipped embedded Linux products to customers, operated them in the field, and dealt with what happens when an OTA update fails at 2 AM on 500 devices.
This person has architected or significantly contributed to an OTA update system, built full OS images from tested artifacts, designed provisioning flows for factory lines, and has strong opinions on boot chains, image layouts, partition schemes, and rollback strategies.
Architect, build, and operate robust OTA update systems for embedded Linux devices, including A/B partitioning, rollback strategies, and fleet-wide deployments
Transform CI outputs into production-ready OS images, ensuring correct packaging, dependency resolution, and configuration layering
Design and implement device provisioning workflows for manufacturing, including identity, key injection, and initial firmware loading
Bridge the gap between software engineering, hardware systems, and manufacturing, working directly with production and test teams
Collaborate with external security partners while building internal expertise in embedded security
4+ years working with embedded Linux systems in production environments (shipping real devices, not prototypes)
~ Solid systems programming skills (C/C++ or Rust), plus Python for tooling and automation
Hands-on experience with cross-compilation and BSPs for ARM/AArch64 platforms
Deep understanding of the Linux boot process (bootloaders, kernel, initramfs, root filesystem, system initialization)
Experience with production provisioning workflows (certificates, key injection, identity management)
Practical knowledge of embedded security, including secure boot, firmware signing, and key management
Understanding of software supply chain traceability and SBOM generation
Experience with NixOS or Nix-based embedded build systems
Background in UAV, robotics, aerospace, automotive, or defense systems
Working knowledge of Linux kernel development (device trees, drivers, kernel patches)
Experience with UEFI and secure boot implementations on embedded platforms
Work in a fast-paced, international team where your contributions truly matter and your impact is immediate.
All day coffee and snacks, team events, and a modern office in Munich.
At TYTAN, it is more than just a job; it is about embracing autonomy, personal growth, and purpose. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. Please note that we currently do not offer visa sponsorship, so we’re only able to consider candidates who already have a valid work permit. All qualified applicants are hereby encouraged to apply.