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Linux Kernel Firmware Engineer Jobs in Vinemont, AL

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Sr. Network Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Support network infrastructure systems and Red Hat Linux (RHEL) compute platforms * Support and ... Experience with hardware installation and maintenance to include firmware upgrades * Candidate must ...

EO Solutions Corp

Embedded Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL

$129K - $170K/yr

Develop embedded software and firmware in Rust or C/C++ for real-time control systems. * Integrate ... Linux embedded development. * Aerospace, defense, robotics, controls, or Directed Energy systems.

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

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for linux kernel firmware engineer in Vinemont, AL is $147,052.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,600.00 and $180,000.00 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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Test Engineer (Hybrid)

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$70 - $90/hr

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Test Engineer - Commercial Product Team

Work at the forefront of cybersecurity research and development, delivering capabilities to protect national security. The team covers a range of security technologies, hardware architecture, and operating systems. We seek someone who breaks things so our customers don’t have to. The role requires strong technical skills to validate software that secures systems at the lowest levels.

Security Clearance

Qualified applicants may be subject to a security investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for access to classified information. U.S. Citizenship is required. Qualified applicants must meet the requirements to obtain and maintain a Secret government security clearance.

Responsibilities

Execute test plans, develop manual and automated tests, find bugs, and own test frameworks across the product portfolio. Validate software that secures systems at the lowest levels.

Core Requirements
  • Strong programming experience with Python
  • Bash and/or Batch scripting
  • Familiarity with C/C++ development
  • Software testing experience (functional, integration, system testing)
  • Test automation framework development and maintenance
  • Debugging and troubleshooting skills
  • Version control systems (Git)
  • Experience with Linux and/or Windows operating systems
  • Ability to write and execute detailed test plans
  • Documentation skills for test cases, bug reports, and test results
  • Experience with testing frameworks (Pytest, etc.)
Additional Valuable Skills
  • Performance and load testing
  • Security testing concepts and tools
  • Knowledge of OS internals (Linux and/or Windows)
  • Experience with build systems (Make, MSBuild, etc.)
  • Experience testing kernel-level or driver software
  • TPM and Secure Boot technologies
  • DOD System Security Engineering and standards (RMF, Cyber Resiliency, Anti-Tamper, etc.)
  • Virtualization technologies (QEMU, KVM, VMWare, VirtualBox, Hyper-V, etc.)
  • Container technologies (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, etc.)
  • Experience with Jenkins or similar development tools
  • Experience validating technical documentation as part of release process
Our Ideal Candidate

Someone with great technical and problem‑solving skills, a motivated personality, meticulous attention to detail, and the mindset of “how can I break this?”

Benefits

Nightwing values collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Equal Opportunity

Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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