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Hp

Tech Marketing & Performance Engineer

Spring, TX

$65K - $101K/yr

Typically 0-2 years of relevant experience through internships, or academic projects, or entry-level roles. * Exposure to Linux, operating systems, or systems programming preferred. Success Measures

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Hp

Tech Marketing & Performance Engineer

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$65K - $101K/yr

Typically 0-2 years of relevant experience through internships, or academic projects, or entry-level roles. * Exposure to Linux, operating systems, or systems programming preferred. Success Measures

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LRS

Junior Software Engineer Intern

Brookfield, WI

$23.50/hr

... with Linux operating systems Understanding of objectoriented programming concepts and design ... for this internship position is $23.50 per hour, depending on experience. The range displayed ...

Resolve Tech Solutions

Junior Engineering Intern

Addison, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

... operating systems (Linux or Windows), and SAP technologies. Throughout your internship, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to enhance your skills and knowledge in these key areas, preparing ...

Resolve Tech Solutions

Junior Engineering Intern

Addison, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

... operating systems (Linux or Windows), and SAP technologies. Throughout your internship, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to enhance your skills and knowledge in these key areas, preparing ...

Anduril Industries

Deployment Systems Technician

Waltham, MA · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

Required : • 2 years of hands-on IT experience, relevant internships, or completion of an IT ... Preferred : • Exposure to or experience with Linux operating systems (e.g., command line ...

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How much do internship linux operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship linux operator in the United States is $23.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Linux Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Linux Operator, you need foundational knowledge of Linux operating systems, command-line interface usage, and basic system administration, often supported by relevant coursework or certifications like CompTIA Linux+. Familiarity with tools such as Bash scripting, system monitoring utilities, and version control systems like Git is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn set exceptional candidates apart. These skills ensure interns can efficiently support system operations, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to a reliable IT environment.

What does an Internship Linux Operator do?

An Internship Linux Operator assists in managing, monitoring, and maintaining Linux-based systems under the supervision of senior IT staff. Their responsibilities often include basic system administration tasks such as troubleshooting issues, applying updates, managing user accounts, and ensuring system security. Interns may also help automate routine processes and learn best practices for maintaining server reliability. This role is ideal for gaining hands-on experience with Linux operating systems in a professional environment.

What are some typical daily tasks and learning opportunities for an Internship Linux Operator?

As an Internship Linux Operator, you can expect to assist with monitoring system performance, managing user accounts, and ensuring servers run efficiently. Daily tasks often include responding to support tickets, performing routine maintenance like backups and updates, and troubleshooting hardware or software issues under the guidance of senior administrators. This role provides hands-on exposure to command-line tools, scripting, and real-world IT operations, making it a valuable learning experience. You'll also collaborate with IT teams and may participate in projects aimed at improving system reliability.
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Senior Firmware Engineer - Embedded Linux

Senior Firmware Engineer - Embedded Linux

Garmin International, Inc.

Cary, NC • On-site

$121K - $161K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Garmin rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 139 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Overview
We are seeking a full-time Senior Embedded Linux Engineer for our Outdoor team at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area or at our Cary, NC location. In this role, you will be responsible for developing low-level embedded software for various Garmin Consumer Outdoor products. You will be developing C/C++ software that interacts with hardware including initial board bring-up, boot strapping the operating system, developing and integrating device drivers and power/thermal management.
In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and project planning for software development for products, applications, or systems new to Garmin as an individual contributor.
Essential Functions
  • Serves in a leadership capacity as an individual contributor for carrying out software development in C, C++, Assembly language or other selected languages for new products and/or applications
  • Works with wireless networking technologies, including ANT, Bluetooth/BLE and Wi-Fi, to allow communication with other outdoor products
  • May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development project designs and/or reviews architected modules and software systems supporting new technology or improving capability/performance of existing functionality
  • Decomposes functional requirements into well-defined tasks
  • Researches fundamental problems and implements algorithm solutions that are appropriate
  • Offers peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs
  • Assists design engineering as needed with component datasheet review and schematic design review
  • Participates in project leadership and/or program planning including providing technical input to product development plans and concept documents
  • Makes substantial contributions toward determination of project goal/objective feasibility and applies good judgment in setting schedules/risk taking
  • Mentors and provides guidance to less experienced Software Engineers (1 & 2)
  • Contributes to advanced technical research on new technologies
  • Offers process improvement suggestions and authors new procedures as appropriate
  • Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
  • Demonstrated proficiency with designing well architectured software systems and modules that support new technology or improve capability/performance of existing functionality
  • Demonstrated competence with researching fundamental problems and implementing appropriate algorithmic solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to serve as a lead software engineer for a complex software project
  • Ability to decompose functional requirements into well-defined tasks while balancing quality, quantity, and complexity in work output
  • Demonstrated capability to offer peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs
  • Mastered proficiency in writing software in C, C++, and relevant experience and/or training in data structures or object-oriented design methodology
  • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Proficient knowledge, utilization and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers)

Desired Qualifications
  • Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products
  • Linux programming experience
  • Multi-threaded software development
  • Wireless communication experience (Bluetooth/BLE, WI-FI)
  • Familiar with hardware communication interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, USB)
  • Experience using laboratory equipment (e.g., logic analyzer, digital oscilloscope, In-circuit debuggers)

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

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