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Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

TrustPoint

Embedded Software Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

$123K - $151K/yr

The Position TrustPoint is currently seeking a Full Time Embedded Software Engineer to join the ... firmware in C/C++/Rust * Experience with Embedded linux, RTOS, and Linux kernel or Petalinux

TrustPoint

Embedded Software Engineer

Dulles, VA · On-site

$123K - $151K/yr

The Position TrustPoint is currently seeking a Full Time Embedded Software Engineer to join the ... firmware in C/C++/Rust * Experience with Embedded linux, RTOS, and Linux kernel or Petalinux

Nightwing

Security Product Reverse Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

... Analyze binaries and firmware using industry-standard reverse engineering tools • Conduct ... Windows internals, Linux kernel, macOS (OS X) internals • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience ...

Nightwing

Security Product Reverse Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

... Analyze binaries and firmware using industry-standard reverse engineering tools • Conduct ... Windows internals, Linux kernel, macOS (OS X) internals • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience ...

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Linux CNO Software Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$104K - $184K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... kernel development experience is desired) - Demonstrated understanding of network devices ... engineering in various architectures (i.e. x86, ARM) - Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Linux ...

stanleyreid

Reverse Engineer - FS Poly

Hanover, MD · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Linux kernel and drivers -Experience with malware analysis -Experience with vulnerability research and exploit development This role is located in Hanover, MD and the work requires a TS/SCI + Full ...

stanleyreid

Reverse Engineer - FS Poly

Laurel, MD

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Linux kernel and drivers -Experience with malware analysis -Experience with vulnerability research and exploit development This role is located in Laurel, MD and the work requires a TS/SCI + Full ...

Triwill Group

Technical Product Engineering Lead

Arlington, VA · On-site

$189 - $245/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... firmware, and software. In addition to setting technical direction, you will be a hands-on team ... Linux kernel development experience (drivers, subsystems, or kernel-space debugging) * Experience ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for linux kernel firmware engineer in Silver Spring, MD is $173,093.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $147,800.00 and $211,900.00 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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Infographic showing various Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer job openings in Silver Spring, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $173,093 per year, or $83.2 per hour.

Technical Product Engineering Lead

Two Six Technologies

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Overview of Opportunity 

Two Six Technologies is looking for a Technical Product Engineering Lead to join our team in Arlington, Virginia. This person will serve as the technical team lead for one of our hardware security products. They will own the end-to-end technical vision and design decisions that span hardware, FPGA, embedded firmware, and software. In addition to setting technical direction, you will be a hands-on team member working alongside other passionate, motivated engineers across hardware, FPGA, and software disciplines. You will help rapidly transition new prototype products to larger-scale production in service of important national security missions.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Serve as the technical team lead, owning the end-to-end system architecture and technical roadmap across hardware, FPGA, embedded firmware, and software. Lead the engineering team through key architectural and design tradeoff decisions across hardware/FPGA/embedded/software boundaries, ensuring a cohesive, secure system design.
  • Act as the primary technical point of contact and decision-maker for the product.
  • Lead the planning and execution of a group of tasks associated with one or more technical projects or functions, managing task prioritization and schedule management.
  • Provide technical guidance, direction, and mentorship to engineering team members.
  • Mature proof-of-concept R&D technology to operational fieldable solutions.
  • Develop testing strategies and lead the implementation of unit, integration, and hardware-in-loop test regimens to ensure high reliability and resilience in delivered products.
  • Lead the effort to minimize maintenance overhead of a growing product suite by applying scalable and modular design methodologies.
  • Engage in technical exchanges with transition partners and key stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience serving as a technical lead, architect, or similar role leading engineering work across one or more disciplines (e.g., hardware, FPGA, and software)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related technical domain
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience with two or more of the following modern programming languages: Python, C , C++, Embedded C, Rust, Go
  • Strong experience with Embedded Linux, including Yocto-based build systems
  • Linux kernel development experience (drivers, subsystems, or kernel-space debugging)
  • Experience working alongside FPGA and hardware teams
  • Experience with testing, CI/CD pipelines, and virtual machine test ranges
  • Experience deploying secure systems (e.g., secure boot, disk encryption, key management)
  • Familiarity applying classical cryptographic algorithms (RSA, ECDSA, AES, SHA).
  • Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to mentor junior engineers and drive technical execution.
  • Ability to work on-site when required for hardware work in Arlington, VA

Nice to haves:

  • Experience developing and/or customizing bootloaders such as WolfBoot, implementing secure firmware update using digital signatures
  • Hands-on experience with PCIe (device drivers, enumeration, or hardware bring-up)
  • Experience shipping and iterating on production software in customers' hands
  • Graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related Scientific Domain
  • Familiarity with validation and/or certification frameworks such as FIPS 140-3, NIAP, CSfC, or others
  • Familiarity with post-quantum cryptographic algorithms and their trade-offs in their applications

Security Clearance:

  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance up to Top Secret level

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