Linux Kernel Developer

Linux Kernel Developer

Posted Today by Rishabh Software Pvt. Ltd

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote

Summary: The Linux Kernel Developer will be part of a Platform Team responsible for modifying the Unbuntu Linux distribution, enhancing performance parameters, developing drivers, and implementing algorithms. The role involves upgrading packages and modifying existing code, particularly with tools like Yocto. Candidates should have extensive experience in Linux Kernel development and a strong understanding of Linux internals. This position is remote and focuses on low-level embedded software development on the Linux platform.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 5+ years of programming at the Linux Kernel level (upgrading versions, writing custom drivers, implementing algorithms, etc.)
  • 5+ years of C programming language working experience
  • Ideal candidates will have good solid knowledge and experience in low-level embedded software development on the Linux platform
  • Working knowledge of Git, Stash, or similar source code management systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of software, operating system, networking, and programming language theories and concept
  • Good understanding of IP networking concepts
  • Experience developing software, architecting, and designing for technology products
  • Great work ethic and a passion and ability to learn and apply new skills.

Key Skills:

  • Linux Kernel development
  • Understanding of Linux internals
  • 5+ years of C programming experience
  • Low-level embedded software development
  • Knowledge of Git or similar source code management systems
  • Understanding of software, operating systems, and networking theories
  • IP networking concepts
  • Software development and architecture experience
  • Ability to learn and apply new skills

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: undetermined

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:
Title: Linux Kernel Developer
Duration: Long term
Location: Remote
Job description
To work as part of a Platform Team in modifying the current Unbuntu Linux distribution, modifying performance parameters, developing drivers, implementing algorithms, upgrading packages and modifying existing code that depends and use those packages (for example OpenSSL). Modifying the Linux build using Yocto.
Tech skills set
Linux Kernel development (not same as Linux development). Understanding of Linux internals and how to modify the Kernel, run-levels, memory usage, etc.
Responsibilities:
  • 5+ years of programming at the Linux Kernel level (upgrading versions, writing custom drivers, implementing algorithms, etc.)
  • 5+ years of C programming language working experience
  • Ideal candidates will have good solid knowledge and experience in low-level embedded software development on the Linux platform
  • Working knowledge of Git, Stash, or similar source code management systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of software, operating system, networking, and programming language theories and concept
  • Good understanding of IP networking concepts
  • Experience developing software, architecting, and designing for technology products
  • Great work ethic and a passion and ability to learn and apply new skills.
Nice to have skills:
  • Experience with other languages besides C/C++, such as Python, C#, Qt, etc. is a plus
  • Experience moving code from CPU to GPU is a plus
  • Experience with encryption algorithms is a plus
Education:
  • BS/BA/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineer w/SW programming or similar discipline