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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 · 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 · 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

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 ...

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.com

Senior OS/Kernel Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

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 position will explore ...

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As of Sep 8, 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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Sr. Engineer- Windows Kernel (C, C++ and GO)

Boston, MA • On-site

Saviance
IT Services • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

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Job Summary:
Saviance is a technology consulting firm specializing in Big Data, Machine Learning, and Custom Software solutions. They are seeking a Sr. Windows Kernel Principal Engineer to drive product design, performance, and security goals using C, C++, and Go in a Windows OS environment.
Responsibilities:
• You will join this high-caliber team as a Sr. Windows Kernel Principal Engineer, who will have a role in driving our client's product design, performance, and security goals with appropriate architectures and technologies.
• You have:
• An excellent understanding of Windows OS kernel engineering.
• Strong technical skills in C, C++, GO
• Strong client interaction skills and ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• A good grasp of the Digital Security industry.
• PKI Encryption skills are a must.
• Hands-on ability to build a proof of concept products.
• 64 Bit Programming experience
• Skilled working with Windows 32 API
• Bonus if you can work in iOS and Linux in addition to Windows OS.
• MS Information Protection experience.
• An ability to deliver high-quality, well-tested, and highly-scalable software solutions.
• A desire to focus your architecture on problem-based solutions.
• Strong GIT skills
• Strong experience in Evaluating and optimizing design proposals from agile teams
• JIRA, Confluence to track work.
• A drive to think differently by leading and embracing change when needed.
Qualifications:
Required:
• An excellent understanding of Windows OS kernel engineering.
• Strong technical skills in C, C++, GO
• Strong client interaction skills and ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• A good grasp of the Digital Security industry.
• PKI Encryption skills are a must.
• Hands-on ability to build a proof of concept products.
• 64 Bit Programming experience
• Skilled working with Windows 32 API
• An ability to deliver high-quality, well-tested, and highly-scalable software solutions.
• A desire to focus your architecture on problem-based solutions.
• Strong GIT skills
• Strong experience in Evaluating and optimizing design proposals from agile teams
• JIRA, Confluence to track work.
• A drive to think differently by leading and embracing change when needed.
• 10+ years in software development with increasing responsibly in architecture and design.
• BS or higher degree in Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• Experience developing system-level software in a Windows development environment.
• Windows device driver programming.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with Agile methodology.
• Self-driven and the ability to work with minimal or no supervision.
• Work in an agile team environment with other senior engineers and architects.
Preferred:
• Bonus if you can work in iOS and Linux in addition to Windows OS.
• MS Information Protection experience.
Company:
Saviance is a modern consulting firm providing a variety of professional services to its clients in the US. Founded in 1999, the company is headquartered in Metuchen, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.
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Saviance is a modern consulting firm providing a variety of professional services to its clients in the US. We bring twenty three years of experience to the table. Our consultants are qualified experts and extremely talented. We understand the business behind the technology, and work with many of the top Fortune 100 companies and provide innovative, scalable, robust and secure solutions. At the forefront of the Staffing and IT Solutions industry, Saviance is certified by NMSDC as a Tier 1, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) . We are a self- certified Small Business and self- certified Woman Owned Business committed to maximizing global workforce solutions on behalf of our clients, empowering businesses and talent through applied human intelligence. We are a Diversity Supplier with global reach specializing in a business services blend of talent, technology, and a relentless commitment to customer success. It’s our diversity that’s acts as a core component of our culture, our approach to business, and the opportunities we provide to our clients and our employees.

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Headquarters location

East Rutherford, NJ, US

Year founded

1999

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