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Senior Engineer - Linux Kernel

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Job Description:

The Senior Engineer - Systems (Kernel Sustaining) provides technical expertise and leadership for maintaining Linux kernel components, drivers, and subsystems. Senior Engineers work independently on complex kernel issues, address CVE vulnerabilities, and mentor junior engineers in kernel development.

Job Responsibility:

  • Maintain Linux kernel components, drivers, and subsystems
  • Address CVE vulnerabilities and security issues
  • Backport and integrate upstream kernel patches
  • Ensure kernel stability, performance, and compatibility
  • Write high-quality, maintainable kernel code following Linux standards
  • Debug and resolve complex kernel issues
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
  • Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
  • Contribute to architecture and design decisions
  • Drive technical improvements and best practices
  • Lead technical initiatives and small projects
  • Collaborate effectively with team members and cross-functional partners
  • Work with distributed teams across US, Romania, and India
  • Share knowledge through documentation and technical discussions
  • Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and retrospectives
  • Contribute to team process improvements
  • Address CVE vulnerabilities and security issues
  • Backport upstream kernel patches to supported versions
  • Maintain kernel drivers and subsystem components
  • Ensure kernel stability, performance, and compatibility
  • Test kernel changes on multiple hardware platforms
  • Work with upstream kernel community when needed
  • Guide technical direction for kernel components
  • Design solutions for complex kernel problems

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of software engineering experience
  • 3+ years of experience with embedded Linux or systems programming
  • Experience with C programming in production systems
  • Strong background in software development lifecycle
  • Strong proficiency in C programming
  • Solid understanding of Linux kernel architecture
  • Experience with embedded systems development
  • Knowledge of build systems (Yocto, Buildroot, or similar)
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with version control (Git) and code review
  • Understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum)
  • Linux kernel development or maintenance
  • Device drivers and hardware interfaces
  • Kernel subsystems (memory management, process scheduling, etc.)
  • Kernel security and CVE management
  • Kernel debugging and troubleshooting
  • Performance optimization
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers
  • Technical writing and documentation skills
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Self-directed and proactive
  • Attention to detail and quality

Nice to have:

  • Experience with Yocto Project
  • Experience with kernel debugging and profiling tools
  • Understanding of kernel security mechanisms
  • Open source kernel contributions
  • Experience in automotive, aerospace, or industrial sectors
  • Knowledge of real-time kernel features
What we offer:
  • Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid Work
  • Company-sponsored health, dental, and life insurance
  • Income protection through short and long-term disability coverage
  • Matching RRSP
  • Vacation and various time off policies to encourage work-life balance
  • Well-being programs: Employee assistance program, mental well-being through Unmind
  • Learning benefits: LinkedIn Learning subscription and seminars

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 08, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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