linux kernel developer

Canonical

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 Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.
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 The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.
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 Every year we select new junior professionals into the Canonical Kernel Team, to work on the Linux kernel for Ubuntu. If you've enjoyed operating systems in your coursework or current role, you are confident in your ability to write high quality C and possibly Rust, and are ready to take the plunge and see how it all works, then this would be a great place to pursue your next career stage. We are a global team working to ship the world's most widely used Linux kernel, across the very latest silicon and cloud, where you can apply and grow your software engineering skills.
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 The Canonical Kernel Team builds and maintains all supported Ubuntu Linux kernels for a variety of platforms and architectures from small embedded devices to standard desktop/server systems to large-scale cloud environments. In your first year you will tackle serious initiatives, which include but are not limited to:
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   Developer platforms such as Raspberry Pi and RISC-V
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   Enabling Ubuntu on a wide range of embedded systems
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   Security hardening and exploit mitigation
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   Expanded driver support for bleeding-edge PC platforms
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 We select candidates that are recent university graduates or early career professionals who are enthusiastic to develop kernel-level software in multiple areas including security updates, patching, and testing. The successful candidate will have a background in software engineering, be motivated to work in a distributed team and willing and able to travel globally twice a year for company engineering events.
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 These are full-time positions available to prospective or recently graduated students.
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   Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed team
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   Learn from senior mentors to demystify the inner workings of the Linux kernel and how it is distributed
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   Work closely with external silicon, cloud, or hardware manufacturer delivery teams on bleeding-edge platforms
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   Diagnose and resolve issues in the kernel reported by customers, the community, and discovered by your own rigorous testing
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   Take personal responsibility for the delivery of various flavors of the Ubuntu Linux kernel
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   Improve tooling and automation for delivery and test of Ubuntu Linux kernels
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   Submit, review, and apply kernel patches, working with both internal and external upstream maintainers
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   Well-organized and motivated self-starter able to thrive in a remote work environment
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   Professional manner with colleagues, business partners, and the open-source community
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   Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
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   Programming experience in C and/or Rust
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   Familiarity with version control practices, ideally with git
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   Understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals
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   Ability to travel twice a year for company events of up to two weeks length
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   Interest and experience in Rust
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   Python and Bash scripting ability
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   Prior experience with Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging
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   Demonstrated experience with kernel patching and debugging
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   Strong grasp of device drivers, BSP's, and other low level system engineering
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 We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
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   Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
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   Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
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   Annual compensation review
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   Recognition rewards
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   Team Member Assistance Program &amp; Wellness Platform
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   Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
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   Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
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 Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence; in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
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Junior Linux Kernel Engineer - Ubuntu

Intellias

<div><div><div><p><b>Meet your recruiter</b></p><b>
Ankita Soni</b></div>
<div></div><div><div><div>ankita.soni@intellias.co...</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div><b>Vacancy details</b></div>
<div><div>Software Engineering</div>
</div><div><div>Embedded Engineer</div>
</div><div><div>Senior</div>
</div><div><div><div>Egypt,</div><div>
Poland,</div><div>
Portugal,</div><div>
Ukraine</div></div>
</div><div><div>Hybrid
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<br><div><div><div>Drivers of change, it&rsquo;s your time to pave new ways. Intellias, a leading software provider in the automotive industry, invites you to develop the future of driving. Join the team and create products used by 2 billion people in the world.</div>
</div><div><div><b>What project we have for you</b></div>
<div><div>Premium next-generation complex cockpit solution development for one of the biggest OEM</div>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><b>What you will do</b></div>
<div><div><b>Responsibilities:</b></div>
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<li>Contribute to the development and bug-fixing of the infotainment platform on the new hardware platform.</li>
<li>Porting and customization of Linux or other operating systems in the infotainment domain</li>
<li>BSP Development: Kernel drivers development for different OS&rsquo;s</li>
<li>FreeRTOS and boot loaders patching</li>
<li>BSP upgrades to the new versions: kernel, patches, etc.</li>
<li>Participate in automotive product programs.</li>
</ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><b>What you need for this</b></div>
<div><div><b>Requirements:</b></div>
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<li>Experience in Automotive domain</li>
<li>4+ years of experience in C/Linux kernel development</li>
<li>Knowledge of Linux kernel internals</li>
<li>Understanding of block devices, character devices, user space, and kernel space interactions</li>
<li>Knowledge of Embedded development and ARM architecture</li>
<li>Experience in working/creating software development documentation</li>
<li>Experience with debugging Linux kernel issues</li>
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<div><b>Nice to have:</b></div>
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<li>Experience with Qualcomm BSPs and integrating vendor releases</li>
<li>Experience in DTB/DTS modifications and EMMC managment</li>
<li>Experience in hypervisor development</li>
<li>Experience in the Yocto Project Experience in GIT</li>
<li>Profiling performance issues</li>
<li>Experience in the development of Android-based systems</li>
</ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><b>What it&rsquo;s like to work at Intellias</b></div>
<div><div>At Intellias, where technology takes center stage, people always come before processes. By creating a comfortable atmosphere in our team, we empower individuals to unlock their true potential and achieve extraordinary results. That&rsquo;s why we offer a range of benefits that support your well-being and charge your professional growth.<br>
We are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.<br>
We welcome and celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Join Intellias for a career where your perspectives and contributions are vital to our shared success.</div>
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Android</p><p>
C++</p><p>
Kernel</p><p>
Linux</p></div></div></div>

Senior Android/Linux Kernel Engineer

Aptiv

<li><p><b>Principle Technologist
</b></p><p><b>Location: Austin, TX
 </b></p><p></p><p><b>ABOUT WIND RIVER
</b></p><p>Wind River is a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems. For more than four decades, the company has been an innovator and pioneer, powering billions of systems that require the highest levels of security, safety, and reliability.
</p><p></p><p>Wind River helps customers across automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, and telecommunications industries solve complex technology challenges on their journey toward the new intelligent machine economy. The company&rsquo;s software powers generation after generation of the safest, most secure systems in the world. Examples include playing a key role in NASA space missions such as Artemis I, the James Webb Space Telescope, and multiple Mars rovers. We&rsquo;ve achieved recent 5G milestones including the world&rsquo;s first successful 5G data session with Verizon and building one of the largest Open RAN networks in the world with Vodafone.
</p><p></p><p>The company has received industry recognition for its technology innovation and leadership, and for its workplace culture, including global Great Place to Work certification and being named a &ldquo;Top Workplace&rdquo; for ten consecutive years. If you want to be part of a unique culture where the lived experience is based on our cultural attributes of growth mindset, customer-focus, and diversity, equity, inclusion &amp; belonging, come join us and help advance the future software defined world.
</p><p></p><p><b>ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
</b></p><p></p><p>The Principal Open Source Technologist is a senior technical leadership role focused on open source strategy, community engagement, and technical excellence in open source projects. This role drives Wind River's open source initiatives, represents the company in open source communities, and ensures our contributions align with business objectives while advancing the open source ecosystem.
</p><p></p><p>In your daily job you will:
</p><p></p><p>Open Source Strategy &amp; Leadership
</p><ul><li>Develop and execute Wind River's open source strategy and roadmap
</li><li>Identify strategic open source projects and communities for engagement
</li><li>Drive technical vision for open source contributions and initiatives
</li><li>Represent Wind River in open source communities and working groups
</li><li>Influence open source project direction and technical decisions
</li><li>Build relationships with key open source maintainers and contributors
</li></ul><p></p><p>Technical Contributions
</p><ul><li>Lead significant contributions to open source projects (Linux kernel, Yocto Project, etc.)
</li><li>Design and implement features that benefit both Wind River and the open source community
</li><li>Review and approve open source contributions from Wind River engineers
</li><li>Ensure code quality and adherence to open source project standards
</li><li>Maintain upstream patches and ensure compatibility with upstream projects
</li><li>Drive upstream-first development practices
</li></ul><p></p><p>Community Engagement
</p><ul><li>Actively participate in open source communities and mailing lists
</li><li>Present at open source conferences and events (Linux Plumbers, FOSDEM, etc.)
</li><li>Organize and lead open source community events and meetups
</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with open source community leaders
</li><li>Mentor engineers on open source contribution practices
</li><li>Foster a culture of open source contribution within Wind River
</li></ul><p></p><p>HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE<br>
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</p><p>Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:
</p><p></p><p>Open Source Project Areas
</p><p>Linux Kernel
</p><ul><li>Contribute to Linux kernel development and maintenance
</li><li>Address kernel features relevant to embedded systems
</li><li>Work on device drivers, subsystems, and core kernel functionality
</li><li>Ensure Wind River's kernel patches are upstream-ready
</li></ul><p></p><p>Yocto Project
</p><ul><li>Lead contributions to Yocto Project and OpenEmbedded
</li><li>Drive features and improvements for embedded Linux builds
</li><li>Participate in Yocto Project technical steering
</li><li>Mentor Yocto Project contributors
</li></ul><p></p><p>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
</p><p></p><ul><li>Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
</li><li>12+ years of software engineering experience
</li><li>8+ years of experience with embedded Linux or systems programming
</li><li>5+ years of active open source contribution experience
</li><li>Proven track record of significant open source contributions
</li><li>Experience as a maintainer or core contributor to major open source projects
</li></ul><ul><li>Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ and systems programming
</li><li>Deep understanding of Linux kernel architecture and development
</li><li>Extensive experience with embedded systems and real-time systems
</li><li>Strong knowledge of open source development practices and tools
</li><li>Experience with Git and distributed version control
</li><li>Expertise in code review and open source contribution workflows
</li><li>Understanding of open source licensing and compliance
</li><li><b>Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis </b>- without requirement for any type of visa sponsorship/transfer, now, or at any time in future. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
</li><li><b>Must be a local resident of Greater Austin, TX </b>, with ability to work on campus.
</li></ul><p></p><p>Leadership &amp; Communication
</p><ul><li>Exceptional technical communication skills
</li><li>Strong public speaking and presentation abilities
</li></ul><p></p><p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
</p><ul><li>Maintainer or core contributor status in major open source projects
</li><li>Extensive Yocto Project experience and leadership
</li><li>Significant Linux kernel contributions and recognition
</li><li>Experience in safety-critical industries (aerospace, automotive, medical)
</li><li>Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 26262, DO-178C, etc.)
</li><li>Open source project governance experience
</li><li>Industry recognition (awards, keynote speaking, etc.)
</li><li>Published technical papers or articles on open source topics
</li><li>Key Performance Indicators
</li><li>Open source contribution quality and impact
</li><li>Community engagement and relationship building
</li><li>Strategic open source project participation
</li><li>Upstream contribution acceptance rate
</li><li>Conference presentations and speaking engagements
</li><li>Mentoring and development of open source contributors
</li><li>Open source strategy execution
</li><li>Industry recognition and thought leadership
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>BENEFITS
</b></p><ul><li>Hybrid work model for workplace flexibility
</li><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
</li><li>Short and long-term disability coverage
</li><li>RRSP matching for financial security
</li><li>Flexible time-off policies for work-life balance
</li><li>Employee assistance program for mental well-being
</li><li>Learning benefits, including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and seminars
</li></ul><p></p><p>Join us at Wind River, where we're not just shaping technology; we're shaping the future of a safer, more connected world. Your journey to make a meaningful impact begins here.
</p><p></p><p>Wind River is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.
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Principal Technologist (Austin, TX)

CoreEl Technologies

<div><div><p>Job Description:</p>
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<li>Ownership of system Architecture level and design level sign-off on protocol software for high end wireless communication systems</li>
<li>Algorithmic level decision making backed by a combination of field and theoretical exposure and experience</li>
<li>Propose, implement and maintain protocol software for industry leading wireless products &ndash; including cognitive radios, complex tactical mesh networks, SDR&rsquo;s, ultra-low latency communication links such as HIL (Human in loop)</li>
<li>Own the team(s) for one or more communication projects with respect to implementation, qualification and deployment</li>
<li>Promote a strong ownership culture, ensuring engineers deliver complete solutions within their own domain</li>
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<p>Professional Skills:</p>
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<li>Strong proficiency in C programming with advanced understanding of memory management, concurrency, and performance optimization.</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of Linux internals, including kernel networking stack, device interfaces, and debugging tools (e.g., tcpdump, perf).</li>
<li>Understanding Layer 2/3 protocols (Ethernet, ARP, VLAN, IP, ICMP, routing protocols such as OSPF/BGP/RIP).</li>
<li>Expertise in MAC layer design, scheduling, and resource allocation algorithms.</li>
<li>Experience with IPC mechanisms &mdash; shared memory, message queues, semaphores, pipes, UNIX domain sockets</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with socket programming (UDP/TCP/RAW).</li>
<li>Knowledge of routing and forwarding concepts, QoS, and packet scheduling.</li>
<li>Familiarity with PHY layer concepts and basic understanding of analog/digital waveforms, modulation, and signal timing.</li>
<li>Proficient in Linux build and debugging tools (gcc, gdb, make, Wireshark, valgrind).</li>
<li>Fluency, good communication &amp; presentation skills.</li>
<li>Experience in real-time or embedded Linux systems is a strong plus.</li></ul></div></div>

Protocol Software -Architect / Senior Tech Lead / Tech Lead

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<ul><li>Develop and optimize Linux BSP, including Kernel, Device Drivers, Firmware for embedded systems</li>
<li>Design and develop audio and video codecs optimized for volatile bandwidth conditions during real-time video calls.</li>
<li>Implement and optimize video conferencing solutions ensuring low latency and high-quality streaming.</li>
<li>Work with AVI, H.265, HEVC video codecs and integrate them into multimedia applications.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain soft audio codecs such as Codec2, Speex, AAC, and OGG for efficient audio transmission.</li>
<li>Implement adaptive bitrate streaming and error resilience techniques for fluctuating network conditions.</li>
<li>Collaborate with backend and networking teams to ensure seamless media delivery.</li>
<li>Conduct performance tuning and testing for various bandwidth scenarios.</li>
</ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Required Skills:</h5>
<ul><li>Hands-on experience with Linux BSP, device drivers, and embedded applications</li>
<li>Strong experience in audio/video codec development and real-time communication protocols.</li>
<li>Proficiency in C/C++ for multimedia application development.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with H.265/HEVC, AVI, and other video formats.</li>
<li>Knowledge of audio codecs like Codec2, Speex, AAC, OGG.</li>
<li>Familiarity with WebRTC, RTP/RTCP, and adaptive streaming techniques.</li>
<li>Understanding of network bandwidth optimization, packet loss handling, and error correction algorithms.</li>
</ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Nice-to-Have:</h5>
<ul><li>Understanding Java/Kotlin</li>
<li>Experience with FFmpeg, GStreamer, or similar multimedia frameworks.</li>
<li>Exposure to cross-platform development (Android, iOS).</li>
<li>Knowledge of GPU acceleration for video encoding/decoding.</li>
<li>Familiarity with video conferencing standards (SIP, H.323).</li></ul></div></div>

Linux BSP Developer- Audio/Video Codec, Linux device drivers

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