Linux Kernel Architect
Boston, MA · On-site
In this role, you'll be improving and debugging the RISC-V Linux kernel, with particular focus on high core count server systems. You'll interact directly with the upstream Linux and OpenSBI ...
Boston, MA · On-site
In this role, you'll be improving and debugging the RISC-V Linux kernel, with particular focus on high core count server systems. You'll interact directly with the upstream Linux and OpenSBI ...
Boston, MA · On-site
In this role, you'll be improving and debugging the RISC-V Linux kernel, with particular focus on high core count server systems. You'll interact directly with the upstream Linux and OpenSBI ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$134K - $176K/yr
Perform board bring-up for Qualcomm QCS-based hardware platforms Develop and customize BSPs, Linux kernel, and device drivers Support hardware validation and system integration Debug boot, kernel ...
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Boston, MA · On-site
$134K - $176K/yr
Perform board bring-up for Qualcomm QCS-based hardware platforms Develop and customize BSPs, Linux kernel, and device drivers Support hardware validation and system integration Debug boot, kernel ...
New
Configure, customize, and patch the Linux kernel, develop custom device drivers, and manage device trees for target hardware. * Implement system security features (secure boot, encryption, firewall ...
Posted today
Configure, customize, and patch the Linux kernel, develop custom device drivers, and manage device trees for target hardware. * Implement system security features (secure boot, encryption, firewall ...
Posted today
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$146.40 - $263.60/hr
Designing, building, and scaling advanced automated test frameworks to validate the performance, reliability, and security of the Akamai Linux kernel for AI and Compute platforms. * Developing test ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$146.40 - $263.60/hr
Designing, building, and scaling advanced automated test frameworks to validate the performance, reliability, and security of the Akamai Linux kernel for AI and Compute platforms. * Developing test ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$140 - $190/hr
Designing, building, and scaling advanced automated test frameworks to validate the performance, reliability, and security of the Akamai Linux kernel for AI and Compute platforms * Developing test ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$140 - $190/hr
Designing, building, and scaling advanced automated test frameworks to validate the performance, reliability, and security of the Akamai Linux kernel for AI and Compute platforms * Developing test ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$142K - $187K/yr
BSP, Linux Kernel, Device Tree, and Device Driver development * Experience debugging bootloader, kernel, and platform bring-up issues * Familiarity with ARM-based architectures * Experience ...
New
Boston, MA · On-site
$142K - $187K/yr
BSP, Linux Kernel, Device Tree, and Device Driver development * Experience debugging bootloader, kernel, and platform bring-up issues * Familiarity with ARM-based architectures * Experience ...
New
Cambridge, MA · On-site +1
$169K - $304K/yr
Possess a deep understanding of Linux kernel internals (KVM, virtio drivers, cgroups, memory management, file systems, block IO, ethernet drivers, and TCP/IP stack) * Have extensive experience with ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site +1
$169K - $304K/yr
Possess a deep understanding of Linux kernel internals (KVM, virtio drivers, cgroups, memory management, file systems, block IO, ethernet drivers, and TCP/IP stack) * Have extensive experience with ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site +1
$146K - $263K/yr
Possess a deep understanding of Linux kernel internals (KVM, virtio drivers, cgroups, memory management, file systems, block IO, ethernet drivers, and TCP/IP stack) * Have extensive experience with ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site +1
$146K - $263K/yr
Possess a deep understanding of Linux kernel internals (KVM, virtio drivers, cgroups, memory management, file systems, block IO, ethernet drivers, and TCP/IP stack) * Have extensive experience with ...
Tewksbury, MA · On-site
$132K - $174K/yr
Experience working in a Linux environment with ability to modify and maintain Linux Kernel root file system * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building up and ...
Tewksbury, MA · On-site
$132K - $174K/yr
Experience working in a Linux environment with ability to modify and maintain Linux Kernel root file system * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building up and ...
Experience working in a Linux environment with ability to modify and maintain Linux Kernel root file system * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building up and ...
Experience working in a Linux environment with ability to modify and maintain Linux Kernel root file system * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building up and ...
Experience working in a Linux environment with ability to modify and maintain Linux Kernel root file system * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building up and ...
Experience working in a Linux environment with ability to modify and maintain Linux Kernel root file system * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building up and ...
Tewksbury, MA · On-site
$132K - $174K/yr
Experience working in a Linux environment with ability to modify and maintain Linux Kernel root file system * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building up and ...
Tewksbury, MA · On-site
$132K - $174K/yr
Experience working in a Linux environment with ability to modify and maintain Linux Kernel root file system * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building up and ...
Marlborough, MA · On-site
$136K - $179K/yr
Design and implementation with embedded software in C/C++ • Linux OS use, for an embedded environment • TCP/IP and common network configuration • Linux kernel driver development/modifications ...
Marlborough, MA · On-site
$136K - $179K/yr
Design and implementation with embedded software in C/C++ • Linux OS use, for an embedded environment • TCP/IP and common network configuration • Linux kernel driver development/modifications ...
$132.40 - $251.60/hr
Strong background in Linux; experience modifying and maintaining Linux Kernel root filesystem and device drivers. * Experience developing multithreaded applications in C and C++. * Proficiency in ...
$132.40 - $251.60/hr
Strong background in Linux; experience modifying and maintaining Linux Kernel root filesystem and device drivers. * Experience developing multithreaded applications in C and C++. * Proficiency in ...
$107.50 - $204.50/hr
Strong knowledge of Linux kernel/root filesystems, multithreaded application development, and embedded Linux. * Proficiency with CMake, Google Test, Git or Subversion. * Ability to obtain and ...
New
$107.50 - $204.50/hr
Strong knowledge of Linux kernel/root filesystems, multithreaded application development, and embedded Linux. * Proficiency with CMake, Google Test, Git or Subversion. * Ability to obtain and ...
New
... Linux Kernel root file systems • Experience developing multithreaded applications. • Strong knowledge of building up and maintaining a code base built with CMake and Google Test. • The ability ...
... Linux Kernel root file systems • Experience developing multithreaded applications. • Strong knowledge of building up and maintaining a code base built with CMake and Google Test. • The ability ...
... Linux Kernel root file systems · Experience developing multithreaded applications. · Strong knowledge of building up and maintaining a code base built with CMake and Google Test. · The ability to ...
... Linux Kernel root file systems · Experience developing multithreaded applications. · Strong knowledge of building up and maintaining a code base built with CMake and Google Test. · The ability to ...
$100 - $130/hr
Experience working in a Linux environment and modifying/maintaining Linux Kernel root file system. * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building and maintaining a ...
New
$100 - $130/hr
Experience working in a Linux environment and modifying/maintaining Linux Kernel root file system. * Experience developing multithreaded applications. * Experience building and maintaining a ...
New
... Linux Kernel root file systems · Experience developing multithreaded applications. · Strong knowledge of building up and maintaining a code base built with CMake and Google Test. · The ability to ...
... Linux Kernel root file systems · Experience developing multithreaded applications. · Strong knowledge of building up and maintaining a code base built with CMake and Google Test. · The ability to ...
... Linux Kernel root file systems · Experience developing multithreaded applications. · Strong knowledge of building up and maintaining a code base built with CMake and Google Test. · The ability to ...
... Linux Kernel root file systems · Experience developing multithreaded applications. · Strong knowledge of building up and maintaining a code base built with CMake and Google Test. · The ability to ...
A Linux Kernel job involves working on the development, maintenance, and optimization of the Linux kernel, which is the core component of the Linux operating system. Professionals in this role may focus on areas such as device drivers, memory management, file systems, or security. They typically work with programming languages like C and tools such as Git for version control. These roles are common in industries like embedded systems, cloud computing, and operating system development. Strong knowledge of Linux internals and debugging skills are essential for success in this field.
To thrive as a Linux Kernel Developer, you need strong proficiency in C programming, expertise with operating system concepts, and a solid understanding of hardware integration, often backed by a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Familiarity with git version control, debugging tools like gdb, and experience contributing to open-source projects or relevant Linux Foundation certifications are common requirements. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate within globally distributed teams set top performers apart. These capabilities are essential for navigating the complexities of kernel-level development, ensuring high-quality contributions, and driving innovation in the Linux ecosystem.
Linux Kernel Developers often encounter complex issues such as debugging low-level code, maintaining backward compatibility, and efficiently diagnosing hardware-software interactions. Navigating the vast and collaborative open-source community also requires effective communication and adherence to coding standards. These challenges can be addressed by actively participating in kernel mailing lists, leveraging advanced debugging tools, and continuously updating your knowledge through community resources. Being proactive in code reviews and engaging with other developers can also streamline problem-solving and ensure high-quality code contributions. Embracing collaborative best practices helps create robust and maintainable kernel modules.
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As the pioneers who introduced RISC-V to the world, SiFive is transforming the future of compute by bringing the limitless potential of RISC-V to the highest performance and most data-intensive applications in the world. SiFive's unrivaled compute platforms are continuing to enable leading technology companies around the world to innovate, optimize and deliver the most advanced solutions of tomorrow across every market segment of chip design, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, automotive, data center, mobile, and consumer. With SiFive, the future of RISC-V has no limits.
At SiFive, we are always excited to connect with talented individuals, who are just as passionate about driving innovation and changing the world as we are.
Our constant innovation and ongoing success is down to our amazing teams of incredibly talented people, who collaborate and support each other to come up with truly groundbreaking ideas and solutions. Solutions that will have a huge impact on people's lives; making the world a better place, one processor at a time.
Are you ready?
To learn more about SiFive's phenomenal success and to see why we have won theGSA's prestigious Most Respected Private Company Award(for the fourth time!), check out ourwebsiteandGlassdoorpages.
Job Description:
The Role
Do you want to be part of the RISC-V revolution? RISC-V and SiFive are redefining computing platforms for the 21st century. SiFive, the world RISC-V leader, is seeking an experienced Linux kernel software architect. In this role, you'll be improving and debugging the RISC-V Linux kernel, with particular focus on high core count server systems. You'll interact directly with the upstream Linux and OpenSBI communities, posting and reviewing patches. You'll debug challenging problems, working with our system software and system validation teams, on SiFive designs running in emulation. And you'll work with hardware architects and engineers, both inside SiFive and at RISC-V International, to improve our core and system designs.
What we need to see
Experience working on concurrency-sensitive code in the upstream Linux kernel, with a track record writing and reviewing patches on the public mailing lists
Experience debugging challenging software and hardware bugs in CPUs and SoCs
Experience working with CPU architects and RTL engineers
Experience developing and debugging Linux on FPGA and emulation platforms
Experience with hypervisors and virtualization
Familiarity with the RISC-V architecture
Ways to stand out
Familiarity with silicon design issues and challenges
Familiarity with microarchitectural side-channel attacks and mitigations
Familiarity with debugging systems via hardware debuggers
Familiarity with Devicetree, ACPI and UEFI
Familiarity with Rust
Pay & Benefits
Consistent with SiFive values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline, and our compensation range reflects the cost of labor in the U.S. geographic market based on the location of the role. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant work experience.
For candidates who receive and offer, the starting salary will vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, such qualifications as, skill level, competencies, and work location.The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee.
Base Pay Range
In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/ incentive compensation and/ or equity. In addition, this role is eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!
Additional Information:
This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in
United States of AmericaAny offer of employment for this position is also contingent on the Company verifying that you are a authorized for access to export-controlled technology under applicable export control laws or, if you are not already authorized, our ability to successfully obtain any necessary export license(s) or other approvals.
SiFive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
As an E-Verify employer, we use this system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires in accordance with federal law. All applicants will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, upon hire. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job candidates and will comply with all E-Verify regulations.
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Semiconductor and electronic component manufacturing
501 - 1,000 Employees
Santa Clara, CA, US
2015