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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 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 ...

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 ...

Work experience in Embedded/ Automotive Software and/or driver * development on Linux/ Android. * Experience with Programming Language such as C, C++. • Experience with low level software/hardware ...

They are seeking a highly skilled Systems Kernel Engineer to contribute to the stability and performance of their Linux-based infrastructure, focusing on debugging kernel-level issues and improving ...

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They are seeking a highly skilled Systems Kernel Engineer to contribute to the stability and performance of their Linux-based infrastructure, focusing on debugging kernel-level issues and ...

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They are seeking a highly skilled Systems Kernel Engineer to contribute to the stability and performance of their Linux-based infrastructure, focusing on debugging kernel-level issues and ...

About The OpportunityThe Senior Engineer - Systems (Kernel Sustaining) provides technical expertise and leadership for maintaining Linux kernel components, drivers, and subsystems. Senior Engineers ...

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Linux Kernel Engineer

Rubix Recruiting

Longmont, CO • On-site

Other

Posted 19 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