Kernel Engineer
5 days ago
JOB SUMMARY
What we are looking for in youAn exceptional academic track record from both high school and universityUndergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative pathDrive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectationsWell-organised, self-starting and able to deliver to fixed schedulesProfessional manner interacting with colleagues, partners, and communityAbility to communicate effectively in English, both written and oralSignificant programming experience in CSolid background with gitBroad knowledge of the Linux kernel and kernel subsystemsDemonstrated experience with kernel patching and debuggingUnderstanding of Linux kernel upstream processes and release cycleStrong grasp of device drivers, BSP's, and other low level system engineeringProfessional written and spoken EnglishExperience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountabilityPassion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivationExcellent communication and presentation skillsResult-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitmentsAbility to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks eachAdditional Skills That You Might Also BringPython and Bash scriptingPrior experience with Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packagingPerformance engineering and security experience
RESPONSIBILITIES
What your day will look likeCollaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed teamWork closely with silicon, cloud, or hardware manufacturersDiagnose and resolve issues in the kernelTake personal responsibility for a flavour of the Ubuntu Linux kernelImprove tooling and automation for delivery and test of Ubuntu Linux kernelsSubmit, review, and apply kernel patches
REQUIRED SKILLS
Linux, Python, CSS, IT support, Programming, Troubleshooting
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
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