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The role combines deep kernel engineering expertise with the ability to guide engineers and coordinate complex initiatives across teams. You will work closely with silicon and cloud partners to ...

Apple

CoreOS Kernel Performance Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

The CoreOS Kernel team within Apple's CoreOS organization is looking for an exceptional OS kernel performance engineer to push the boundary of performance on Apple Silicon platforms - from iOS to ...

Nightwing

Windows Kernel Developer

Sterling, VA · On-site

They are seeking experienced Windows Kernel Developers to design, develop, test, and debug low-level Windows operating system software, ensuring high-performance and reliable solutions.

quadric, Inc

AI Kernel Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$110K - $270K/yr

Role The AI Kernel Engineer in Quadric plays the key role to enable a large number of AI kernels/operators to run efficiently on the Quadric platform. The AI Kernel Engineer at Quadric will [1] ...

quadric, Inc

AI Kernel Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$110K - $270K/yr

Role The AI Kernel Engineer in Quadric plays the key role to enable a large number of AI kernels/operators to run efficiently on the Quadric platform. The AI Kernel Engineer at Quadric will [1] ...

Advanced Micro Devices

The Person An experienced kernel engineering leader with strong analytical and problem-solving skills who delivers responsive and efficient solutions that help bring new AMD processors to market. You ...

Sciforium

GPU Kernel Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$190K - $250K/yr

About the role We are seeking a highly skilled GPU Kernel Engineer who is passionate about pushing the limits of performance on modern accelerators. In this role, you will design and optimize custom ...

quadric, Inc

AI Kernel Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$110K - $270K/yr

Role The AI Kernel Engineer in Quadric plays the key role to enable a large number of AI kernels/operators to run efficiently on the Quadric platform. The AI Kernel Engineer at Quadric will [1] ...

Nightwing

Windows Kernel Developer

Sterling, VA · On-site

$122K - $253K/yr

Nightwing is seeking experienced Windows Kernel Developers to support the design, development, testing, and debugging of low-level Windows operating system software. The ideal candidates will bring ...

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Senior Kernel Engineer (remote)

Miami Gardens, FL • On-site, Remote

LaBine and Associates
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$113K - $149K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Senior Linux Kernel Software Engineer
Build Security Where It Matters Most
Join an elite engineering team developing next-generation cybersecurity technology that protects enterprise infrastructure from the inside out. We build security at the Linux kernel level, creating advanced defensive capabilities that stop sophisticated threats before they reach user space.
If you enjoy solving complex operating system challenges, optimizing kernel performance, and developing technology that has a direct impact on enterprise security, we'd like to talk with you.
What You'll Do
  • Design and develop Linux kernel modules and low-level security components.
  • Build kernel-based monitoring, policy enforcement, and system protection capabilities.
  • Work with Linux internals including memory management, process scheduling, networking, filesystems, and device drivers.
  • Collaborate with security researchers and software engineers to integrate kernel technology into enterprise security products.
  • Analyze kernel crashes, optimize performance, and troubleshoot complex system-level issues.
  • Research emerging attack techniques and develop resilient kernel-level defenses.

What We're Looking For
  • 5+ years of professional Linux kernel development experience.
  • Expert knowledge of Linux kernel internals, kernel modules, device drivers, and system architecture.
  • Advanced C/C++ programming skills.
  • Experience debugging kernel code using GDB, KGDB, crash, ftrace, perf, or similar tools.
  • Experience developing secure, reliable, high-performance kernel software.
  • Background in cybersecurity, endpoint security, EDR, malware detection, or operating system security.

Preferred Experience
  • Linux Security Modules (LSM)
  • eBPF
  • Kernel networking or filesystem development
  • Secure Boot, SELinux, AppArmor, or kernel hardening
  • Reverse engineering or vulnerability research
  • Kernel exploit mitigation techniques
  • Open-source Linux kernel contributions

Why You'll Love This Role
  • Develop technology that operates at the deepest level of the Linux operating system.
  • Solve challenging kernel engineering problems that few developers ever encounter.
  • Work alongside experienced security researchers and operating system experts.
  • Make a direct impact on products protecting critical enterprise infrastructure worldwide.
  • Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for technical growth.

If you're passionate about Linux internals, kernel development, and building world-class cybersecurity technology, we'd love to hear from you.
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LaBine and Associates is a full service talent acquisition firm specializing in executive search for a myriad of industries. Through our partnerships with experienced associates, we can also provide staffing support, expert consultants, and interim executives for your company’s needs. We have deep industry knowledge with understanding in multiple industries. Our specialists include experts in banking/finance, HR/Legal, Technology, Health Care, Life Sciences, Engineering, Energy, Supply Chain, Mining, Agribusiness and manufacturing.

Industry

Professional, scientific, and technical services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

San Mateo, CA, US

Year founded

2013

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