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Embedded Linux

Embedded Linux consulting for connected and mission-critical devices.

For teams that need an embedded Linux consultant, RTG supports board bring-up, device software, drivers, integration, telemetry, diagnostics, and production transition.

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Service Focus

Hands-on execution from prototype hardware to maintainable field software.

RTG helps with embedded Linux consulting, Linux device software, RTOS-adjacent integration, hardware/software boundaries, connectivity, logging, observability, update workflows, and testable implementation that can survive real deployment constraints.

Common Needs

  • Board bring-up and hardware/software integration
  • Drivers, services, daemons, and device configuration
  • Telemetry, diagnostics, and remote support hooks
  • Secure update and production-transition support

Board Bring-Up & Integration

Support for ARM-based platforms, NVIDIA Jetson, NXP i.MX, Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoCs, bootloaders, kernel configuration, device trees, GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART, USB, CAN, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and BLE integration.

Linux Services & Diagnostics

Systemd services, application supervision, logging, telemetry, device control, MQTT and WebSocket interfaces, remote diagnostics, health checks, and support tooling for deployed equipment.

Secure Updates & Recovery

Signed software packages, controlled update workflows, rollback planning, recovery partitions, release verification, integrity checks, and field-support paths for connected devices.

Production Images & Builds

Custom operating-system images, hardened Ubuntu, PetaLinux, Debian packaging, Makefiles, CI/CD integration, repeatable flashing workflows, dependency control, and production-transition documentation.

Where This Applies

Embedded Linux work tied to real device and field workflows.

RTG embedded Linux consulting is strongest where software has to sit close to hardware and still produce useful evidence for engineering, support, security, or operational review. That includes RF collection devices, connected medical technology, defense-oriented edge sensors, and fielded equipment that needs maintainable diagnostics and update behavior.

Relevant RTG Workflows

  • AirScope - embedded RF collection, normalized observations, dashboards, and automated reports
  • RTG MedTech - Linux and Windows IoT medical-device platforms, cybersecurity hardening, and 510(k) evidence support
  • PASSIVE-SHIELD - edge-node status, passive RF sensing evidence, event sharing, and operator cues
  • Secure embedded systems - signed updates, SBOMs, release integrity, and hardening support

Typical Deliverables

Outputs that help teams move from prototype to repeatable deployment.

A focused engagement can produce a board bring-up plan, Linux service implementation, device integration patch set, production-image checklist, secure-update design, diagnostic dashboard, release-verification workflow, or a short technical evidence package for engineering and management review.

Engagement Fit

  • Prototype hardware needs stable Linux software and instrumentation
  • An existing device needs better logs, telemetry, updates, or support hooks
  • A product team needs to reduce boot, package, security, or deployment risk
  • A regulated or defense-adjacent team needs clear technical evidence