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Linux Kernel Engineer Jobs

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13d ago

Senior Software Engineer (C++ Linux kernel Security)

Light Partners Boston, MA

Boston, MA

13d ago

$150k - $200k/yr Full time Senior Certificate Management Certificate Provisioning

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Job Description

Light Partners seeks a Senior to Principal level C++ Software Engineer specializing in Linux kernel security to join its quantum networking product OS group onsite in the Boston area, with a salary range of USD 150,000 to 200,000 per year.

Responsibilities

Assess and reduce the attack surface of Ubuntu, PetaLinux, and other Linux based systems that are central to the OS used by the product.
Develop and maintain certificate and key management capabilities, including provisioning, secure storage, rotation, and lifecycle management.
Evaluate approaches for secure key storage using technologies such as TPMs, HSMs, PUFs, and other hardware assisted security mechanisms.
Integrate vulnerability scanning, malware scanning, and security testing into development and release processes.
Contribute to management and control interfaces driven by NETCONF/YANG and related technologies.
Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (MS or PhD preferred).
8+ years of professional experience delivering robust, enterprise quality C++ software on Linux-based systems.
Experience building core OS software as part of a platform team delivering features across networking, management, and interoperability services.
Solid understanding of public key infrastructure, X.509 certificates, and certificate lifecycle management.
Design and implementation of security modules within the Linux kernel, with a focus on kernel-space vulnerability mitigation.

Technologies

C++
Linux
Linux kernel
NETCONF
YANG
TPMs
HSMs
PUFs
Ubuntu
PetaLinux
PKI
X.509

Ability to commute

Onsite in Boston, MA 02133 is required.

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15d ago

Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Apogee Electronics Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica, CA

15d ago

$90k - $150k/yr Full time Driver Development Embedded Development Embedded Linux

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Job Description

Embedded Linux software engineer position at Apogee Electronics in Santa Monica, CA, focused on real-time driver, kernel and application development for a Linux-based audio platform, with board bring-up and prototype work in a small agile team.

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with hardware and software designers within a small, agile design group.
Contribute to the development of a real-time audio platform running on Linux.
Assist with bring-up of custom hardware boards.
Develop prototypes to validate key design concepts and surface constraints early.
Partner with audio application developers to evaluate driver and system performance.
Coordinate with hardware engineers on peripherals and interfaces for custom hardware.

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in software development and embedded systems engineering
Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering
Strong Linux kernel and driver development experience
Proficiency in C and C++
Understanding of real-time optimization and design trade-offs
Experience with ARM and SOC device development; Altera SoC experience is a plus
Low-level programming of peripherals and interfaces with diverse embedded MCU toolsets
Basic understanding of audio recording, digital audio workstation software, and audio interface hardware is a plus
Experience in audio application development or signal processing is a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated, hardworking, able to work independently and within a team
Authorized to work in the United States

Technologies

Linux
C
C++
ARM
Xenomai
Altera SoC

Benefits

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Pay

$90,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Work Location

Onsite in Santa Monica, CA

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1mo ago

Principal Software Developer - 4 (Linux Kernel Engineer)

Oracle Santa Clara, CA

Santa Clara, CA

1mo ago Closed

Full time Developer Driver Development Engineering

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 17, 2026).

Job Description

Oracle is recruiting a Principal Software Developer - 4 (Linux Kernel Engineer) to contribute across multiple Linux kernel subsystems for large-scale cloud environments. The role emphasizes upstream kernel contributions and close collaboration with hardware design teams to enable processor bring-up and architecture initiatives. The position is onsite in Santa Clara, California.

Responsibilities

The key duties define the scope of this role and its impact on cloud-scale platforms.

Design, develop, and optimize kernel features across a range of areas.
Contribute to the upstream Linux kernel and drive enhancements for cloud-scale deployments.
Collaborate closely with hardware design teams on processor bring-up and architecture enablement initiatives.

Requirements

Strong background in operating systems development.
Several years of hands-on Unix/Linux kernel development experience preferred.
Proficiency in C programming and kernel-level debugging.
Expertise in one or more Linux kernel subsystems, including networking, storage, memory management, security, or processor architecture.
Experience with open-source development practices and upstream kernel contributions is highly desirable.
Familiarity with Python and Bash scripting for development and automation tasks.

Technologies

Linux kernel
C
Python
Bash
DPDK
OFED
RoCE
InfiniBand
Ethernet
iSCSI
Fibre Channel
NFS
ZFS
Btrfs
Block layer
Filesystem layer
TPM
Secure Boot
Kernel signing
Encryption frameworks
XFS
Live patching
Kernel maintenance

Preferred Experience

High-performance networking technologies such as RoCE and advanced Ethernet networking.
Filesystem and storage technologies including XFS, ZFS, NFS, iSCSI, Fibre Channel, and Linux block layer development.
Virtual memory management, performance tuning, and container optimization.
Security technologies including TPM, Secure Boot, kernel signing, and encryption frameworks.
Live patching technologies and ongoing kernel maintenance.

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1mo ago

Sr Software Engineer

Annapurna Labs (U.S.) Inc. Austin, TX

Austin, TX

1mo ago Closed

$168k - $227k/yr Full time Senior AWS Engineering

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 14, 2026).

Job Description

Annapurna Labs (U.S.) Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to optimize performance for AWS Graviton. The role spans performance tuning across open source projects, internal AWS services, and customer applications, with opportunities to contribute to the Linux kernel, APerf, and other open source initiatives. This onsite position in Austin, TX offers a substantial salary range of USD 168,100 to 227,400 per year.

Responsibilities

Improve system architectures and algorithms to maximize performance
Leverage tools such as APerf, sysstat, sysctl, and perf to pinpoint bottlenecks
Monitor and analyze processor, operating system, and workload metrics to drive optimizations
Enhance performance for AWS customers and AWS services including S3, Lambda, EMR, ElastiCache, and RDS
Contribute to Linux kernel improvements
Contribute to a range of open source projects
Develop analysis frameworks and automation systems
Advance APerf, the open source Rust-based performance tool
Add new performance analysis features
Build and maintain automation solutions

Requirements

5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
5+ years of programming experience in at least one programming language
5+ years leading design or architecture efforts for new and existing systems, including patterns, reliability, and scaling
5+ years spanning the full software development lifecycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, testing, and operations

Technologies

APerf
sysstat
sysctl
perf
Linux kernel
C++
Rust

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave
Sign-on payments
Restricted stock units (RSUs)

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1mo ago

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

Lynx Software Technologies, Inc. Remote 🌍 Remote

Remote

1mo ago Closed

$100k - $130k/yr Full time Senior Buildroot Developer

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 14, 2026).

Job Description

Lynx Software Technologies, Inc. invites a Sr. Embedded Software Engineer to join its remote professional services team. The role focuses on real-time embedded Linux development for mission-critical edge systems, offering exposure to Lynx’s products, customer requirements, and open source software. This position emphasizes hands-on problem solving to deliver robust embedded solutions across diverse hardware environments.

Compensation

USD 100,000 - 130,000 per year

Location

Remote

Responsibilities

Operate within the professional services division to tackle varied technologies, including Lynx products, customer requirements, and open source software.
Serve as an embedded Linux expert within the customer engineering team, focusing on kernel customization, CPU architectures, security, device drivers, and performance optimization to enable customer embedded software development.
Design, implement, and refactor real-time software architectures and modular components.
Identify, reproduce, isolate, and debug complex low-level issues across hardware–software interfaces.
Collaborate with customers and internal teams to continuously improve the project experience.
Contribute to product design to support customers through different stages of their product lifecycle.
Work closely with the team to meet deadlines and proactively identify and communicate risks and issues to the customer.
Ensure high quality deliverables.
Develop technical proposals to assist customers in making technical decisions.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

3-5+ years of experience building and shipping embedded systems on Linux.
Proficiency in Linux kernel customization, device driver design and development, and experience with build environments such as Yocto, Buildroot, or Open Embedded.
Experience with performance optimization and kernel-level troubleshooting.
Experience with memory-managed high-performance ARM Cortex-A or x86 architectures and SoCs from vendors such as NXP, Freescale, Intel, AMD, Xilinx, or Altera.
Experience with the Linux kernel or another OS kernel with strictly isolated kernel and user spaces.
Proven ability to root-cause OS, hypervisor, or hardware driver bugs.
Proficiency in C.
Proficiency with Git at the command line.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet schedules.
Experience leading software projects and providing technical input to unblock supporting teams.
Strong sense of urgency and drive for results.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Commitment to quality work and contributing to team success.
U.S. citizen or U.S. person.

Technologies

Linux
Yocto
Buildroot
Open Embedded
C
Git
ARM Cortex-A
X86

Benefits

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage options
401(k) with generous employer match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Remote work opportunities based on role
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career growth and professional development opportunities

Nice to Have

Experience engaging with open source communities to fix bugs or add features
Experience migrating drivers between Linux kernel versions
Scripting and automation with Python, Bash, or similar languages
Experience with real-time operating systems
Experience optimizing system performance with profilers and tracers
Experience with hypervisors, virtualization, devices, or security monitoring

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1mo ago

Senior Software Engineer - Infrastructure Engineering (Linux), OS Team

GEICO Bethesda, MD

Bethesda, MD

1mo ago Closed

$75k - $215k/yr Full time Senior CI/CD Cloud Native

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 4, 2026).

Job Description

This on-site role in Bethesda, MD focuses on Linux infrastructure engineering for container runtimes, with responsibilities spanning deployment, scaling, and security of containerized applications.

Responsibilities

Partner with cross-functional teams to safeguard, maintain availability, and optimize the performance of containerized services.
Help define and evolve standards and best practices for container runtime technology.
Lead hands-on deployment, scaling, and lifecycle management of containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and related orchestration tools.
Coordinate with software engineers, operations, and other stakeholders to ensure container runtimes integrate smoothly with the broader technology stack.
Design and enforce security controls for container runtimes to mitigate vulnerabilities and threats.
Collaborate with quality assurance teams to verify reliability and efficiency of container runtime solutions.

Requirements

Deep Linux knowledge with a solid understanding of Linux system fundamentals.
Experience with the Linux kernel is desirable.
Proficiency in one or more of Rust, Golang, or C.
Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and related container orchestration platforms.
Experience with Linux packaging (Debian, RPM, etc.) is preferred.
Familiarity with developer tooling across the software development lifecycle (task management, source control, building, deployment, test automation, operations, and real-time communication).
Background in CI/CD pipelines and open-source tools such as Git, Jenkin, CircleCI, SonarQube.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement resilient, scalable, and efficient solutions.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks and vulnerabilities.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience.

Technologies

Docker
Kubernetes
Linux
Linux kernel
Debian
RPM
Rust
Golang
C
Git
Jenkin
CircleCI
SonarQube

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program with personalized coverage tailored to you and your family.
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K with a 6% employer match; performance incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to mental health support as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
Work flexibility options, including GEICO Flex program to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.

Position Summary

GEICO seeks an experienced engineer who can build high-performance, secure, low-maintenance platforms and applications, driving the transformation from a traditional IT model to a tech-centric organization focused on engineering excellence, psychological safety, and continuous improvement.

Position Description

The Senior Software Engineer collaborates with Distinguished Engineers, Staff Engineers, and other senior engineers to innovate, build, and enhance systems, while identifying opportunities to apply expertise to solve critical problems. You will contribute to delivering high-quality products and unlocking new engineering capabilities.

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1mo ago

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

SafetySpect Inc. Sherman Oaks, CA

Sherman Oaks, CA

1mo ago Closed

Up to $100/hr Contract Device Drivers Embedded Embedded Development

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 3, 2026).

Job Description

SafetySpect offers a mission driven environment focused on multi mode sensing platforms with AI data analytics for sanitization inspection and disinfection. We developed the world’s first handheld scanner to see invisible contamination, document findings, and deactivate potentially harmful pathogens in real time. This onsite contract role in Sherman Oaks, CA provides the opportunity to work on advanced embedded systems and on‑board machine learning processing, with a collaborative culture that values rigor and innovation.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain Linux drivers for Yocto based systems on IMX8 and Nvidia boards.
Implement and optimize drivers for sound cards, video capture, and video processing.
Develop drivers for LCD touch screens with haptic feedback and support encryption modules.
Collaborate closely with the hardware team to ensure seamless software and hardware integration.
Contribute to on board machine learning processing tasks.
Ensure reliability and performance of embedded systems.
Conduct thorough testing and debugging of drivers and embedded systems.
Document all aspects of the software development process.
Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in embedded software engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in embedded software engineering.
Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Linux kernel development.
Demonstrable experience with IMX8, Nvidia boards, and Yocto.
Solid understanding of video and sound processing technologies.
Experience developing drivers for LCD touch screens and haptic technologies.
Knowledge of encryption technologies and secure coding practices.
Prior experience with machine learning algorithms and hardware implementation is a plus.
Excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven track record of managing time effectively and meeting project deadlines.

Technologies

Yocto
IMX8
Nvidia boards
Linux kernel development
C
C++
LCD touch screens
haptic feedback
encryption technologies
on board machine learning processing

Job Details

Location: Sherman Oaks, CA (onsite)
Job Type: Contract
Pay: Up to $100.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Expected Hours: 40 – 50 per week

Application Process

Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and any relevant project or portfolio links. Only candidates who are eligible to work in the United States will be considered.