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Full Time Linux Kernel Developer Jobs in Basking Ridge, NJ

Low Latency C++ Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $275K/yr

Our Software Engineers are focused on developing innovative platforms and systems that drive our ... Advanced knowledge of operating system internals and Linux kernel * Interest in x86 Assembly At ...

Systems Engineering Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$250K - $350K/yr

The Role: We're looking for an Engineering Manager to lead a group of highly experienced engineers ... Strong knowledge of low-level operating system foundations (Linux kernel, file systems, containers ...

Senior Firmware Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$153K - $242K/yr

As a Senior Firmware Engineer , you'll design, implement, and maintain embedded firmware features ... Experience with Linux driver development * Comfort with debugging tools such as GDB JTAG and ...

Senior Firmware Engineer

Livingston, NJ · On-site

$153K - $242K/yr

As a Senior Firmware Engineer , you'll design, implement, and maintain embedded firmware features ... Experience with Linux driver development * Comfort with debugging tools such as GDB JTAG and ...

Embedded Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $220K/yr

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field ... Linux (kernel space and user space) or real time operating systems. * Proficient with C, C ...

C++ Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $250K/yr

We are expanding an international, diverse team, with experts in trading, statistics, engineering ... Knowledge of operating systems, kernel-level understanding of device-level support in Linux.

C++ Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $250K/yr

We are expanding an international, diverse team, with experts in trading, statistics, engineering ... Knowledge of operating systems, kernel-level understanding of device-level support in Linux.

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time linux kernel developer in Basking Ridge, NJ is $153,617.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $140,700.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Full Time Linux Kernel Developer job openings in Basking Ridge, NJ as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $153,617 per year, or $73.9 per hour.
Low Latency C++ Engineer

Low Latency C++ Engineer

Vatic Labs

New York, NY • On-site

$175K - $275K/yr

Full-time

Medical

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Job description

Our Software Engineers are focused on developing innovative platforms and systems that drive our trading and research efforts. While performance is a critical component of our software, we are focused on building a platform that is massively scalable, flexible, and forward-looking. Our environment is highly collaborative, fostering innovation and growth.
As a C++ Software Engineer with Vatic, you will work directly with traders, researchers, and other developers to engineer cutting edge, ultra-low latency, high throughput trading systems. You will play a key role in taking projects from conception to deployment. You will drive innovation for the frameworks upon which our trading applications are based, as well as benchmarking and tuning critical software services to achieve optimum performance.
We employ a team of talented engineers who have been recognized as leaders in our field. We are passionate about hiring the best and brightest, empowering them with the tools and freedom they need to be successful.
If you possess the following, we would love to explore what is available for you with our team:
  • Advanced proficiency with C/C++ systems development in a Linux environment
  • Performance tuning and optimization of low latency software
  • Demonstrable success building high performance software
  • Experience building latency sensitive systems with a strong understanding of low-level systems and network development
  • Strong understanding of hardware stack and hardware architecture from a latency perspective
  • Strong understanding of network protocols
  • Experience writing assembly code desirable
  • Advanced knowledge of operating system internals and Linux kernel
  • Interest in x86 Assembly

At Vatic, we're serious about our work-but we also believe in balance, growth, and having fun along the way. Here's what you can expect:
  • Flat structure with direct executive exposure - Work closely with leadership and make an impact from day one.
  • Comprehensive health benefits - Full health insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
  • Daily meals provided - Enjoy free breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the office.
  • Gym membership - Stay healthy with a gym reimbursement, in addition to our onsite gym.
  • Unlimited office snacks - Fuel your day with your favorite snacks, always stocked.
  • Fun team outings - Build camaraderie and unwind with regular events.
  • Organized poker, ping pong, and game nights - We're a competitive group that enjoys getting together to challenge one another.

The base salary range for this role is between $175,000 and $275,000. The base salary range does not include any other form of compensation, such as any bonus amounts, or any benefits. Factors that may impact the agreed upon base salary within the range for a particular candidate include years of experience, level of education obtained, skill set, and other factors.

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About Vatic Labs

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Industry

Investment banking and securities dealing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

2013