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Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer Jobs in Reston, VA

Freddie Mac

Engineer, Senior (Linux/AWS)

Mclean, VA

Experience with Linux engineering, including lifecycle management, kernel patching, maintenance, and systems integration. * Automation development experience including application of Infrastructure ...

Freddie Mac

Engineer, Senior (Linux/AWS)

Mclean, VA · On-site

Experience with Linux engineering, including lifecycle management, kernel patching, maintenance, and systems integration. * Automation development experience including application of Infrastructure ...

Freddie Mac

Engineer, Senior (Linux/AWS)

Mclean, VA

Experience with Linux engineering, including lifecycle management, kernel patching, maintenance, and systems integration. * Automation development experience including application of Infrastructure ...

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How much do linux kernel firmware engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for linux kernel firmware engineer in Reston, VA is $174,195.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $148,800.00 and $213,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer vs Embedded Software Engineer?

AspectLinux Kernel Firmware EngineerEmbedded Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; knowledge of Linux kernel developmentBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related; embedded systems experience
Work EnvironmentDeveloping firmware for Linux-based systems, often in hardware labs or R&D teamsDesigning software for embedded devices like IoT gadgets, automotive systems, or consumer electronics
Industry UsageTelecommunications, consumer electronics, hardware manufacturersAutomotive, IoT, medical devices, consumer electronics

The Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer focuses on developing and maintaining firmware specifically for Linux kernel environments, ensuring hardware compatibility and performance. In contrast, the Embedded Software Engineer works on a broader range of embedded systems, often with real-time constraints and different operating systems. Both roles require embedded programming skills but differ in scope and specific expertise.

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Senior Systems Engineer (Linux)

Govcio LLC

Alexandria, VA • On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 hours ago

GovCIO rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

112th of 204 rated it services

Job description

GovCIO is currently hiring a highly experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support critical infrastructure modernization and platform engineering activities for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). This highly technical role focuses on designing, engineering, and maintaining secure, high-availability Linux enterprise architectures. This position will be located in Alexandria, VA, and will be a hybrid position.
Responsibilities
The Senior Systems / Linux Engineer will serve as the core technical authority for enterprise Linux infrastructure and operating system security. Core responsibilities include:
  • Lead the comprehensive engineering, technical planning, and execution of modernizing legacy infrastructure into scalable Linux-based enterprise architectures.
  • Configure, optimize, and manage enterprise-grade Linux distributions, specifically Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), across hybrid cloud environments.
  • Analyze and address all operating system performance, resource optimization, storage allocation, and kernel tuning implications.
  • Architect and implement robust, high-availability Linux clusters, failover mechanisms, and automated backup strategies.
  • Design and deploy automated configuration management scripts and infrastructure as code (IaC) to eliminate manual deployment steps.
  • Develop the foundational infrastructure and secure pipelines required for seamless integration into enterprise data tools.
  • Conduct technical root cause analysis, performance monitoring, and security hardening on active Linux systems and servers.
  • Proactively identify architectural vulnerabilities during system migrations and design targeted engineering workarounds.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, deployment guides, and infrastructure topology diagrams.

Qualifications
High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)
Required Skills & Experience
  • Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+) and a recognized Linux certification (e.g., RHCE, RHCSA).
  • Deep technical proficiency in administrative engineering, configuration, and advanced troubleshooting of RHEL or similar enterprise Linux platforms.
  • Hands-on engineering experience using advanced automation scripts (e.g., Ansible, Bash, Python, or Puppet) for systems orchestration.
  • Proven experience implementing DISA STIGs and hardening enterprise Linux operating systems to meet federal security baselines.

Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance
Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Prior experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) or Department of Homeland Security (DHS) software modernization programs.
  • Direct experience utilizing or developing custom integrations and data connectors for the Collibra data governance platform.
  • Familiarity with hosting, connecting, or optimizing Linux-based server environments that support the Collibra data governance platform.
  • Advanced knowledge of Linux storage management (LVM, SAN, NAS) and network configuration (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls).
  • Experience engineering virtualized environments (VMware vSphere) or cloud-hosted infrastructure (AWS, Azure).

Posted Salary Range
USD $115,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.

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