Snr Software Engineer - Linux Kernel TSN (Ethernet) - REMOTE
Posted 1 week ago by WA Consultants
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
England, UK
Summary: The role is for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Linux Kernel with a focus on Ethernet driver development and Time Sensitive Networking (TSN). This fully remote contract position is outside IR35 and offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects while collaborating with teams on cutting-edge platforms. The engineer will be responsible for designing, optimizing, and contributing to upstream projects within the Linux kernel. Candidates should have extensive experience in Linux Kernel development and Ethernet driver debugging.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, optimize, and debug Ethernet drivers in the Linux kernel
- Develop and maintain TSN features within Ethernet drivers
- Port and refactor drivers across Kernel versions, preparing code for upstream submission
- Work across various Linux Kernel subsystems and contribute to upstream open-source projects
- Collaborate with other engineers in a fast-moving, open-source-centric environment
Key Skills:
- 5+ years of hands-on Linux Kernel development experience
- Proven track record developing and debugging Ethernet drivers
- Strong knowledge of TSN (Time Sensitive Networking)
- Familiarity with the Linux Kernel upstreaming process
- Solid understanding of Linux Kernel internals and device driver frameworks
- Experience working with Arm platforms and architectures
- Proficiency in C programming and strong Git skills
- Skilled with kernel debugging tools (ftrace, perf, kgdb) and performance analysis
- Experience with Yocto/OpenEmbedded build systems
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Senior Software Engineer - Linux Kernel (Ethernet/TSN)
?? Contract | Outside IR35 - 12 months
?? Fully Remote
Are you an experienced Senior Linux Kernel Engineer with deep expertise in Ethernet driver development and Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) for a high-impact looking for a fully remote contract outside IR35? Look no further and lets chat!
You will work at the core of the Linux kernel, designing and optimizing Ethernet drivers, contributing to upstream projects, and collaborating with teams building cutting-edge platforms powered by Arm architectures.
This role is Outside IR35, offering full flexibility and autonomy.
?? Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, optimize, and debug Ethernet drivers in the Linux kernel
Develop and maintain TSN features within Ethernet drivers
Port and refactor drivers across Kernel versions, preparing code for upstream submission
Work across various Linux Kernel subsystems and contribute to upstream open-source projects
Collaborate with other engineers in a fast-moving, open-source-centric environment
? Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of hands-on Linux Kernel development experience
Proven track record developing and debugging Ethernet drivers
Strong knowledge of TSN (Time Sensitive Networking)
Familiarity with the Linux Kernel upstreaming process
Solid understanding of Linux Kernel internals and device driver frameworks
Experience working with Arm platforms and architectures
Proficiency in C programming and strong Git skills
Skilled with kernel debugging tools (ftrace, perf, kgdb) and performance analysis
Experience with Yocto/OpenEmbedded build systems
Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
?? Desirable Skills
Specific experience with the stmmac Ethernet driver
Experience across multiple Linux Kernel subsystems
Familiarity with automated Kernel testing frameworks (eg, LTP, kselftest)
Open-source contributions, especially to the Linux kernel
?? What's on Offer
??? Fully remote working - work from anywhere
?? Outside IR35 - full autonomy and flexibility
?? Opportunity to contribute to upstream Linux kernel projects
?? Work on technically challenging, high-impact projects alongside experts
?? Ready to make an impact in the open-source world?
Apply now and bring your Linux Kernel expertise to the forefront (see below)
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