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Stable Kernel

Senior Sales Executive

Atlanta, GA

$300K/yr

Stable Kernel is a technology services firm and custom software developer building scalable ... As a Senior Sales Executive, you will identify and engage with Fortune 1000 executives and decision ...

Stable Kernel

Senior Sales Executive

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$300K/yr

Stable Kernel is a technology services firm and custom software developer building scalable ... As a Senior Sales Executive, you will identify and engage with Fortune 1000 executives and decision ...

quadric, Inc

AI Kernel Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$110K - $270K/yr

This senior technical role demands deep knowledge of hardware architecture, compiler toolchain and ... Provide technical support and documents to customers and developer community Requirements

quadric, Inc

AI Kernel Engineer

Burlingame, CA

$110K - $270K/yr

This senior technical role demands deep knowledge of hardware architecture, compiler toolchain and ... Provide technical support and documents to customers and developer community Requirements

quadric, Inc

AI Kernel Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$110K - $270K/yr

This senior technical role demands deep knowledge of hardware architecture, compiler toolchain and ... Provide technical support and documents to customers and developer community Requirements

Waymo

Senior Software Engineer, Linux Kernel

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$144K - $190K/yr

Work on a small team of System Software and Linux Kernel Engineers to develop system software components from early prototyping to production launch of driverless vehicles * Develop and test Linux ...

NIO

Senior OS/Kernel Engineer

San Jose, CA

$143K - $186K/yr

About the Position We are seeking a senior OS / kernel engineer to join our SkyOS team. The team is responsible for the design and development of NIO's full-domain vehicle operating systems. The ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior kernel developer in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Kernel Developer vs Kernel Engineer?

AspectSenior Kernel DeveloperKernel Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, experience in kernel developmentSimilar credentials, often with specialized Linux or OS certifications
Work EnvironmentResearch and development, debugging, code optimizationDesign, implementation, testing of kernel modules and components
Industry UsageTech companies, hardware manufacturers, OS developersEmbedded systems, OS vendors, hardware integration

Both roles require strong knowledge of operating systems and kernel architecture. A Senior Kernel Developer typically focuses on advanced development and optimization, while a Kernel Engineer emphasizes designing and implementing kernel components. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and focus within kernel development projects.

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Linux Kernel SW Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Austin, TX • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

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WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING 

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.  Together, we advance your career.  



THE ROLE: 

AMD’s server software and solutions engineering team is seeking a senior engineer to join the Linux Kernel and Virtualization development team. This role requires good understanding x86 architecture as well as experience with open-source engagement and upstreaming. You will work on enabling AMD x86-64 architecture features in Linux, designing and developing core CPU and SoC features for the Linux kernel and related open-source projects. The role spans all phases of software development, with a focus on feature/roadmap related to ACPI, PCIe, RAS, CXL and few other sub systems in the Linux Kernel. This position is based in Austin.

THE PERSON: 

A highly motivated and passionate professional with deep technical expertise and a proven track record, eager to work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate thrives in collaboration and innovation, playing a crucial role in optimizing and showcasing the full capabilities of AMD products through advanced software and solutions, while actively influencing the next generation of product development.

Key Responsibilities:
Drive features and functionality to our partner technical teams both internal and external including the Linux kernel community. Support the solutions offered by our partner companies. Review code, build unit tests, and write detailed documentation. Collaborate!

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

  • Extensive expertise in x86 computing architecture
  • Proven experience across the entire software development lifecycle
  • In-depth knowledge of kernels, virtualization, and security
  • Advanced Linux Kernel debugging skills across kernel subsystems, virtualization.
  • Advanced understanding and experience with the Linux kernel and related upstream development workflow
  • Advanced programming skills in C for operating system kernel & systems development
  • Exposure to KVM/QEMU (including x86-64 virtualization extensions) is a plus
  • Experience with the GNU toolchain
  • Proficient use of git
  • Experience with open source software development, building and submitting patches on a mailing list, and working with external software partners
  • Deep understanding of operating systems concepts, data structures, x86-64 architecture, ACPI, and PCIE
  • Experience with low-level debug tools as well as emulators and simulators
  • Background in IO, core kernel preferred 
  • Successful track record in contributions to open-source projects

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
  • 4+ years experience 

Location: 

Austin, TX

Santa Clara, CA

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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Benefits offered are described:  AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position.  AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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Benefits offered are described:  AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position.  AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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