Linux Senior Systems Engineer / Embedded Software Engineer Core Platform

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on site Until 9/20/2026 3+ years exp First posted July 22, 2026 Last posted July 22, 2026
Job description

Intro: Seeking C/C++ and Linux platform experts with 2–10+ years of experience for containerized and real-time systems. Choose between FCAPS/Network Management or L2 Forwarding Plane tracks. Note: Telecom/Wi-Fi background is NOT required for this track. We welcome strong non-telecom systems and software engineers!

Why you should apply:
- No Telco Background Required: Ideal for strong systems C/Linux engineers looking to tackle deep system architecture.
- Escape Repetitive UI Scripting: Focus on low-level Linux middleware, data planes, and high-performance frameworks.

Client: A premier, iconic global telecommunications pioneer renowned for shaping carrier-grade mobile networks and setting the benchmark for international connectivity standards.

What you will do:
-Design and test complex embedded software, real-time controllers, and containerized Linux systems.
-Build automated CI/CD release pipelines and reliable system testing frameworks.
-Develop system administration tools, data migration pathways, and abstract hardware models.

Project / Team: Core Platform / System Team: Telecom/Wi-Fi background is NOT required. We are actively hiring strong non-telecom systems/software engineers.

-Option E: FCAPS & Network Management: Focus: Fault, Configuration, Accounting, Performance & Security frameworks using NetConf, YANG models, REST APIs, and XML.
-Option F: L2 Forwarding Plane: Focus: Hardcore C & system-level Linux programming directly interacting with Layer 2 forwarding planes.

Experience you need:
-Background: Embedded Software, Linux Systems, or Network Automation Engineer with approx. 3–8 years of experience.
-Core Systems: Advanced C/C++ background utilizing Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) architectures in pure Linux environments.
-OS & Networking: Linux OS fundamentals (IPC, multi-threading, socket layers) and core IP protocols (Ethernet, -VLAN, QoS, Multicast, DHCP).
-Education: Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Electrical Engineering.

Nice to have:
-Cloud & Containers: Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/Azure/GCP, or CKAD certification.
-Automation & Tools: CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Robot Framework), Python/shell scripting, Git/Jira, and virtual sandboxes (qemu/simics).

Work Arrangement / Benefits:
-Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home.
-Office: KL City (LRT / KTM Connected)


About this role

Summary

Design and test embedded Linux software, real-time controllers, and build CI/CD pipelines.

Job title

Linux Senior Systems Engineer / Embedded Software Engineer Core Platform

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

telecommunications

Location requirements

Kuala Lumpur; hybrid remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

c/c++linuxobject-oriented programmingsocket layersIP protocols

Preferred skills

dockerkubernetesawsazuregcpci/cdpythonshell scriptinggitjiraqemu

Specializations

embedded softwarelinux systemsc/c++network automationreal-time systems
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Hybrid City