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Rubix Recruiting

Linux Kernel Engineer

Longmont, CO

Embedded Linux - including the build system, kernel configuration, device drivers, boot loader, device tree and filesystem, core application development, network configuration, testing * C, Python

VAST Data

Linux Kernel Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

VAST Data is looking for a Linux Kernel Developer to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing infrastructure companies in history, an organization ...

VAST Data

Linux Kernel Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Description VAST Data is looking for a Linux Kernel Developer to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing infrastructure companies in history, an ...

CoreWeave

Systems Engineer, Kernel

New York, NY · On-site

$165K - $242K/yr

Linux Kernel (custom build), Ubuntu * Intel/AMD/ARM CPUs, Nvidia GPUs, DPUs, Infiniband and ... Strong C programming skills with the ability to write maintainable and upstream-quality code.

CoreWeave

Systems Engineer, Kernel

Livingston, NJ · On-site

$165K - $242K/yr

Linux Kernel (custom build), Ubuntu * Intel/AMD/ARM CPUs, Nvidia GPUs, DPUs, Infiniband and ... Strong C programming skills with the ability to write maintainable and upstream-quality code.

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract linux kernel engineer in the United States is $114,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Linux Kernel Engineer vs Contract Embedded Linux Developer?

AspectContract Linux Kernel EngineerContract Embedded Linux Developer
Required CredentialsLinux kernel knowledge, C programming, Linux certificationsEmbedded systems, Linux, C/C++, hardware familiarity
Work EnvironmentKernel development, system-level programming, Linux environmentsEmbedded devices, hardware integration, real-time systems
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, hardware manufacturers, open-source projectsConsumer electronics, automotive, IoT devices
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on kernel-level expertise, system optimizationFocus on embedded system development, hardware-software integration

The Contract Linux Kernel Engineer primarily works on kernel development, system optimization, and low-level Linux system tasks. In contrast, the Contract Embedded Linux Developer focuses on developing Linux-based software for embedded devices, often involving hardware integration. Both roles require Linux and C expertise but differ in scope and environment, catering to different industry needs.

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Linux Kernel Engineer

Rubix Recruiting

Longmont, CO

Other

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Required Skills:
  • Embedded Linux - including the build system, kernel configuration, device drivers, boot loader, device tree and filesystem, core application development, network configuration, testing
  • C, Python
  • Linux shell scripting
  • Bitbake build management - creation and maintenance of recipes
  • uBoot bootloader/bootstrap
  • Fluency in IP networking
  • Ability to clearly document work and cross train related areas such as manufacturing and technical support.

General Qualifications:
  • Speak, read, write English fluently
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Interest in constant learning - a self-learner, a skill builder
  • Can work well as part of team and independently
  • The ability to understand the product end to end product scope and identify and initiate work to realize the required product functionality and performance
  • Tenacity in troubleshooting and root cause investigation/analysis

Desired Skills:
  • WIFI, Bluetooth, GPS, LTE wireless data experience
  • HTML/HTML5, PHP, SQL
  • RS232 Serial experience
  • Understanding of the underlying system hardware/circuitry
  • Experience integrating embedded devices with cloud/device management systems
  • REST APIs

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