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Accelint

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

$126K - $154K/yr

Linux Drivers / Board Bring-up * Support board bring-up and peripheral checkout (GPIO, SPI, UART ... Remote candidates must have access to development and testing hardware and maintain consistent ...

Cisco

Site Reliability Engineer, Linux (Remote)

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$56.50 - $75/hr

... a key driver in reducing operational toil for the entire engineering organization. By working ... Automate Linux host lifecycle management, including configuration, patching, and image creation, to ...

Cisco

Site Reliability Engineer, Linux (Remote)

OR · On-site +1

$57 - $75.75/hr

... a key driver in reducing operational toil for the entire engineering organization. By working ... Automate Linux host lifecycle management, including configuration, patching, and image creation, to ...

Cisco

Site Reliability Engineer, Linux (Remote)

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$56.50 - $75/hr

... a key driver in reducing operational toil for the entire engineering organization. By working ... Automate Linux host lifecycle management, including configuration, patching, and image creation, to ...

Vultr

Linux Systems Administrator

$60K - $75K/yr

... 500 stipend for remote office setup in first year + $400 each following year * Internet ... You'll collaborate with engineering, operations, and data center teams while applying advanced ...

Driver AI Inc.

DevOps Engineer

Austin, TX · Remote

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

Remote Company: Driver AI Type: Full-time Introduction At Driver, we're building systems that turn ... Manage and optimize Linux-based systems in production * Configure and troubleshoot networking (DNS ...

Driver AI Inc.

DevOps Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$150K - $250K/yr

Remote Company: Driver AI Type: Full-time Introduction At Driver, we're building systems that turn ... Manage and optimize Linux-based systems in production * Configure and troubleshoot networking (DNS ...

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How much do remote linux driver developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote linux driver developer in the United States is $55.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.24 and $59.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Linux Driver Developer vs Remote Kernel Module Developer?

AspectRemote Linux Driver DeveloperRemote Kernel Module Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, Linux certifications (e.g., Linux Foundation Certified Engineer)Bachelor's in Computer Science, Linux certifications (e.g., Linux Foundation Certified Engineer)
Work EnvironmentRemote, collaborative with hardware teams, Linux OS focusRemote, often embedded systems or hardware integration, Linux kernel focus
Industry UsageTechnology, telecommunications, hardware manufacturingEmbedded systems, hardware development, IoT
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Both roles involve Linux kernel development, requiring similar skills and certifications. The main difference is that Remote Linux Driver Developers focus on creating drivers for hardware devices, while Remote Kernel Module Developers work on developing and maintaining kernel modules that extend Linux functionality. The roles often overlap but target different aspects of Linux kernel customization and hardware integration.

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Infographic showing various Remote Linux Driver Developer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,062 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Senior Linux/Unix Administrator

Futran Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Remote

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Position: Software Engineer (Strong Linux & Java applications experience required)
Location: Fully Remote (Candidate should be ready to work in Central time zone)
Job Type: Contract
Experience Level: Preferably looking for 5-8 Years of experience Candidate
Overview:
We are seeking strong Linux experience candidate, proficiency in managing Tomcat and Java applications, and familiarity with monitoring tools like Splunk and Dynatrace. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of deployment processes and automation, ensuring our systems are robust, scalable, and highly available.
Responsibilities:
Design, build, and maintain efficient and reliable CI/CD pipelines for deployment of Java applications on Tomcat servers.
Manage and troubleshoot Linux-based infrastructure and servers, ensuring high availability and performance.
Utilize monitoring tools such as Splunk and Dynatrace to analyze system performance and proactively identify issues.
Implement and automate deployment and configuration management processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define infrastructure requirements and ensure scalability and reliability of our systems.
Perform regular security monitoring to identify vulnerabilities and promptly address any issues.
Conduct system performance tests and optimize system parameters and configurations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Strong background in Linux/Unix administration.
Experience with Tomcat application servers and Java application deployments.
Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Splunk and Dynatrace.
Hands-on experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python).
Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment strategies.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Plus: DevOps experience

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