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OpenAI

Linux Kernels Software Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$342K - $555K/yr

About the Role We're looking for a founding/lead Linux kernel developer to join our Scaling team ... PCIe, dma-buf, RDMA, P2P, SR-IOV, IOMMU, etc. * Knowledge of subsystems and frameworks related to ...

Nvidia

Senior Linux Developer - Networking

Santa Clara, CA

$64 - $84.50/hr

NVIDIA is looking for an excellent Drivers Engineer to join our OFED Linux Drivers team. In this ... Craft and implement kernel drivers for our state or art network devices as well as userspace ...

Ultima Genomics

Senior Linux Systems Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Linux Systems Engineer to join our Computing Team! You ... Optimize system performance through kernel and filesystem tuning; identify and eliminate I/O ...

Qualcomm

#Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Responsibilities : • Develop end to end solutions involving both user space and kernel space with optimal resource usage adhering to Android framework, Linux system & kernel programing principles ...

Hayden AI

Senior Firmware Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$175.58K - $228.25K/yr

What the job involves We are seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer with deep expertise in Linux kernel and device driver development to join our Device Software team. In this role, you will own the low ...

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What is the difference between Senior Linux Kernel Engineer vs Linux Device Driver Developer?

AspectSenior Linux Kernel EngineerLinux Device Driver Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Linux kernel certificationsBachelor's in Computer Science, Linux kernel or driver development courses
Work EnvironmentResearch and development, kernel development teamsHardware integration, driver development teams
Industry UsageOperating system development, embedded systemsHardware manufacturers, embedded systems, IoT devices
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Senior Linux Kernel Engineer focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing the Linux kernel itself, often working on core system functionalities. In contrast, a Linux Device Driver Developer specializes in creating and maintaining drivers that enable hardware components to communicate with the Linux kernel. While both roles require deep Linux kernel knowledge and similar credentials, their work environments and focus areas differ. The senior engineer works on kernel internals, whereas the driver developer concentrates on hardware integration.

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Senior Linux BSP Software Engineer

Senior Linux BSP Software Engineer

Kforce Technology Staffing

Tustin, CA

$130K - $170.30K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client, a growing, up and coming engineering technology company located in Tustin, CA, is hiring a Senior Linux BSP Software Engineer to support the design and development of next generation medical devices. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search. The client offers competitive base salary + annual bonus + equity (RSUs).
Duties Include:
* Design and develop Embedded Linux BSPs from requirements through deployment
* Perform initial board bring up and customize boards from scratch
* Customize and maintain Linux kernel, bootloader, and Yocto build systems
* Develop device drivers, applications, and validation utilities
* Support legacy/EOL hardware and resolve OS and kernel level issues
* Collaborate with hardware teams on new platform development
* Improve system performance, stability, security, and scalability
REQUIREMENTS:
* B.S. or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
* 3-12+ years of embedded software development in C (Mid-level to Senior candidates considered)
* Strong experience with Embedded Linux BSPs and board bring up
* Deep hands-on experience with Yocto/OpenEmbedded (required)
* Linux kernel and bootloader development experience
* Solid understanding of OS fundamentals, hardware I/O, and system level debugging
* Ability to read schematics and component datasheets
* Wi Fi/Bluetooth experience a plus
Proven ability to build and customize Yocto from scratch, including:
* Custom meta layers
* Machine configurations (.conf)
* Kernel and bootloader recipes
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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