Take a look at this opportunity! Join our team of experts in Lund, Sweden, and contribute to the development of Axis' cutting-edge embedded Linux platform. We are growing our AXIS OS System Software Development team and seeking a talented Senior Embedded Software Engineer with a strong background in Linux to join us.
Your future team
The AXIS OS System consists of three smaller teams: "OS Architects" team, "Linux framework and Events" team and "Runtime" team. The team is responsible for Linux user-space platform functionality and architecture, with focus on components such as event frameworks, configuration management, data-bus handling and system services.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for creating and maintaining the platform's capabilities, evolving its architecture, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure clear outcomes. Our mission is to create the most secure and reliable platform, while ensuring ease of use for developers building new features. You will be involved in all phases of development - from innovation/first ideas and all the way through design, test and implementation until the final release.
Our current focus areas include optimizing system resource usage, providing API:s for scaling product and feature configurations, integrating new frameworks, and handling runtime optimizations for installable components. We primarily use C and Rust, with room for exploration of other languages, such as Nim, and utility scripts such as Python and Shell.
Who are you?
You will love this position if you are ambitious, willing to learn and interested in solving things together with others - teamwork and collaboration are essential to your success at Axis. As a person we believe that you are a developer who has a “can do” attitude, enjoys working with a variety of tasks in complex environments. You also appreciate solving technical challenges. You are prepared to adapt and learn new technologies and tools to fit the needs of what we develop.
In addition to the above we think you also have:
A MSc in Computer Science, or equivalent experience in a related fieldSolid experience with embedded programming using Linux systemKnowledge of operating systems conceptsInterest in programming languagesExperience and interest in working with open-source softwareIt’s a bonus if you have:
Knowledge of programming language RustKnowledge of network oriented API conceptsExperience with connected software platforms, both local and cloud network topologiesWho am I, your future manager?
As a manager and leader my most important task is to make sure that you and your team members are enabled to be successful. I do this by being supportive and clear with expectations on you and your team. I am transparent and expect transparency from you. Failing is an important part of what we do, but we fail fast, and we learn from it so we can improve and be even more successful.
My door is always open, and I am open for any discussions. At the same time, I believe in independence and self-leadership for all team members. It's our people with their drive and collective knowledge that make us successful.
What Axis has to offer
By joining Axis, you will embark on an exciting journey of personal and professional growth. We will offer you a great introduction to Axis with training. Our team will support you but also listen to your experiences and give you freedom to explore and realize your ideas. We are a fast-growing company that can offer you great career opportunities and a competitive package of benefits.
In exchange for your dedication, Axis offers you a job in an open, friendly, and professional environment. We work in an innovative and global organization that takes great pride in delivering world-class, high-quality products, services, and solutions to our customers. Working with us gives you an excellent opportunity to develop in an organization promoting professional and individual growth. You will have a role where your operational effort really will be of great impact to the overall success of Axis.
We want you to enjoy working with us, which is why we offer benefits such as flexible working hours, Friday cake, company bonus, wellness allowance, health insurance and your very own Axis bicycle - to name a few.
We also provide a brand new training facility free for every Axis employee. You can see it here Axis HQ
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Axis is an organization that values creativity and promotes teamwork and openness. With us you will grow both personally and professionally. You will be part of a team of great colleagues that enjoy going to work in the morning. Welcome!
Curious to discover more?
We have a host of places where you can learn more about Axis, our products, solutions, company culture, and what working at Axis is really like.
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Ready to Act?
Axis is a company realizing the benefits of a diverse workforce. We know that diversity in groups creates a better working environment and promotes creativity, something that is fundamental for our success. We welcome all applications.
We go through applications continuously so don’t wait – send in your application today!
In case of questions, please reach out to recruiting manager Aleksandar Rodzevski, aleksandar.rodzevski@axis.com
Type of EmploymentPermanent EmploymentPosting End Date2025-07-26Certain roles at Axis require background checks, which means applicable verifications will be done in these recruitments. Notice will be provided before we take any action.
About Axis CommunicationsWe enable a smarter, safer world by creating innovative solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, we offer solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems, enhanced by intelligent analytics applications.
With around 5000 committed employees in over 50 countries, we collaborate with partners worldwide. Together, we thrive in our friendly, open, and collaborative culture and inspire each other to think beyond the expected. United by our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and sustainability, we consistently seek to develop our skills and way of working.
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