Embedded Linux & Camera Systems Specialist
7 days ago
Wayne
Job Description Job description: Embedded Linux & Camera Systems Specialist Location: Wayne, NJ Company: Inex Technologies Employment Type: Full-time, On-Site Compensation: $75,000–$90,000 per year, based on experience About the Role Inex Technologies is seeking a hands-on Embedded Linux & Camera Systems Specialist to support our license plate recognition (LPR) camera systems. This role is well suited to someone who is comfortable working with both physical hardware and Linux-based devices. The successful candidate will be able to troubleshoot beyond basic resets or reimaging—for example, determining whether a camera issue is likely caused by embedded storage, power delivery, networking, software configuration, optics, camera settings, cabling, or another hardware-related issue. This is not a software-development or electrical-design role. It is a practical technical role focused on device imaging and recovery, camera diagnostics, production testing, network configuration, RMA support, and occasional field troubleshooting. The right person will be methodical, hands-on, organized, and comfortable taking ownership of technical issues through resolution or escalation. Responsibilities Embedded Linux Imaging and Device Recovery • Prepare, flash, clone, configure, and validate embedded Linux images for camera systems., • Recover cameras experiencing software, boot, configuration, or storage-related issues., • Configure device networking, services, users, permissions, logs, and startup behavior., • Work with microSD cards, eMMC, SSDs, NVMe storage, and related embedded storage devices., • Use Linux command-line tools, SSH, system logs, service checks, disk checks, and network diagnostics to troubleshoot devices., • Maintain organized image files, recovery media, device configuration records, and internal setup procedures. Camera Diagnostics, Repair, and RMA Support • Receive, inspect, test, and evaluate returned LPR cameras and related equipment., • Diagnose whether reported issues are likely related to hardware, embedded software, storage, power, networking, camera settings, optics, environmental exposure, or physical damage., • Perform visual inspections, functional testing, configuration changes, image recovery, storage replacement, cable and connector checks, firmware updates, part swaps, and retesting., • Identify when equipment can be repaired internally versus when it should be escalated for replacement, factory repair, or engineering review., • Maintain clear RMA records, including reported symptoms, tests performed, findings, corrective actions, parts used, and final disposition., • Identify recurring failure patterns and communicate findings to management and technical teams. Production Testing and Quality Support • Perform final testing of production camera systems before shipment., • Verify camera operation, image quality, video streams, storage health, embedded software, network connectivity, and general system readiness., • Follow and improve production test procedures, checklists, and troubleshooting workflows., • Document failed tests, rework needs, and recurring quality concerns., • Assist with preparing tested equipment for shipment as needed. Networking, Camera Configuration, and Field Support • Configure IP cameras, PoE devices, switches, routers, and related network equipment., • Set IP addresses, subnets, camera web interfaces, RTSP/video streams, and remote-access settings., • Troubleshoot common connectivity issues, including IP conflicts, PoE failures, cabling faults, device communication failures, and configuration errors., • Travel occasionally to customer or partner sites to assist with installation, camera aiming, testing, image-quality review, and troubleshooting., • Document field findings and communicate recommended follow-up actions clearly. Required Qualifications • 3+ years of hands-on experience with electronics repair, IP cameras, embedded devices, Linux systems, networking, technical support, production testing, low-voltage systems, or related technical work., • Practical experience using Linux command-line tools to configure and troubleshoot devices., • Experience preparing, recovering, or troubleshooting Linux-based devices, storage media, or embedded systems., • Working understanding of IP networking, Ethernet, PoE, switches, routers, IP addressing, and device configuration., • Ability to troubleshoot technical problems methodically and distinguish likely software, storage, power, network, optics, and hardware issues., • Comfortable working with camera assemblies, connectors, cabling, storage devices, lenses, enclosures, and electronic components., • Strong attention to detail and ability to document testing and repair activity clearly., • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally to customer sites. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with LPR/ALPR, CCTV, IP cameras, access control, machine vision, or video systems., • Experience with NVIDIA Jetson, ARM-based Linux devices, or edge-computing hardware., • Familiarity with RTSP streams, camera web interfaces, PoE switches, and camera configuration tools., • Experience with basic soldering, multimeters, serial/UART access, or electronics repair., • Familiarity with Bash or Python for simple configuration, testing, or diagnostic tasks., • Experience with RMA tracking, production testing, technical documentation, or quality-control processes. Personal Qualities The ideal candidate is: • Hands-on, practical, and comfortable working with both hardware and Linux-based systems., • Curious about why a device failed, not just how to reset or replace it., • Methodical and persistent when troubleshooting unfamiliar issues., • Organized enough to maintain accurate test records, RMA documentation, image versions, and technical procedures., • Able to work independently while escalating issues appropriately., • Reliable and adaptable in a small-company environment where priorities may shift between production, support, testing, and field work. About Inex Technologies Inex Technologies develops and supplies advanced license plate recognition camera systems and cloud-based vehicle access, parking, and security solutions. Our systems are deployed in real-world environments where camera reliability, image quality, accurate recognition, and responsive technical support are essential. We are a hands-on technology company where employees work directly with camera hardware, embedded Linux devices, networking equipment, and customer deployments. Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Vision insurance Work Location: In person