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Senior Software Engineer, Linux Kernel at Jobgether in Canada, CA
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Linux Kernel based in Canada.
As a Senior Software Engineer, Linux Kernel, you will contribute to the development of high-performance networking software by building and maintaining advanced Linux kernel capabilities for enterprise-scale systems. Working alongside experienced software and hardware engineers, you will help drive innovation across kernel architecture, CPU enablement, and system performance while collaborating with the open-source Linux community. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex technical initiatives from design through deployment, influence future product capabilities, and solve challenging systems-level problems. You'll work in a collaborative engineering environment that values technical excellence, ownership, and continuous learning while developing software that powers mission-critical infrastructure worldwide.
Accountabilities:
- Develop, maintain, and enhance Linux kernel features, ensuring reliability, scalability, and high performance across networking platforms.
- Monitor upstream Linux kernel developments, evaluate emerging technologies, and identify opportunities to integrate new capabilities into future releases.
- Design, implement, and maintain kernel functionality using C, with additional development in C++ and Python where appropriate.
- Build automated testing frameworks and validation tools to verify new kernel features and ensure software quality.
- Collaborate with hardware engineering teams and technology vendors to evaluate, qualify, and integrate new CPUs, network interface controllers, and other kernel-dependent hardware.
- Contribute kernel enhancements back to the upstream Linux community by participating in open-source development and patch submission processes.
- Support kernel integration efforts across software releases while providing technical leadership on complex engineering projects.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues identified through internal testing, customer deployments, and technical support teams.
- Mentor junior engineers by sharing technical expertise, reviewing code, and promoting engineering best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline with at least 8 years of experience; or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience; or a PhD with 3+ years of experience; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
- Extensive professional experience developing software in C, with working knowledge of C++ and Python.
- Proven expertise developing, debugging, and maintaining Linux kernel code in production environments.
- Strong understanding of Linux kernel architecture, design principles, and implementation.
- Experience contributing to or working with the upstream Linux kernel development community and familiarity with its patch submission process.
- Solid knowledge of IP networking concepts, protocols, and network architecture.
- Strong software design, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills.
- Experience building scalable, high-quality software following modern software engineering practices.
- Familiarity with x86 and ARM processor architectures.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and technical documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within highly technical engineering teams.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience mentoring engineers and driving technical initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ranging from **$120,000 to $195,000 CAD**, depending on experience, qualifications, and location.
- Eligibility for discretionary performance bonuses and equity awards, depending on the role.
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Wellbeing programs and income protection benefits.
- Group Retirement Savings Plan.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge Linux kernel and networking technologies.
- Collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation, technical excellence, and career development.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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