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We are forming a new team focused solely on Kernel development, collaborating with the upstream community, and setting new industry standards for fast file systems. Requirements Linux Kernel ...

We are forming a new team focused solely on Kernel development, collaborating with the upstream community, and setting new industry standards for fast file systems. Requirements Linux Kernel ...

Strong Linux kernel development and device driver programming (C/C++) - used to build, enhance, and debug low-level system functionality supporting hardware integration. * Deep understanding of ...

As a Linux Kernel Engineer, you will own the kernel lifecycle end to end, from CI infrastructure ... releases from development through production, we would like to hear from you. Preferred ...

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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president linux kernel development in the United States is $147,428.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $175,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Vice President Linux Kernel Development vs Linux Kernel Engineer?

AspectVice President Linux Kernel DevelopmentLinux Kernel Engineer
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire kernel development strategy, manages teams, and aligns projects with company goals.Develops, tests, and maintains Linux kernel code, focusing on technical implementation.
Required SkillsLeadership, project management, deep Linux kernel knowledge, and industry experience.Strong C programming skills, kernel development experience, and understanding of Linux internals.
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, often in corporate or R&D settings.Technical, hands-on coding, debugging, and testing in development environments.

The Vice President Linux Kernel Development focuses on strategic leadership and team management, while the Linux Kernel Engineer is primarily responsible for technical development and coding. Both roles require deep Linux kernel knowledge, but differ significantly in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Vice President Linux Kernel Development job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,428 per year, or $70.9 per hour.
Linux Kernel Developer

Linux Kernel Developer

VAST Data

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Description
VAST Data is looking for a Linux Kernel Developer to join our growing team!
This is a great opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing infrastructure companies in history, an organization that is in the center of the hurricane being created by the revolution in artificial intelligence.
"VAST's data management vision is the future of the market."- Forbes
VAST Data is the data platform company for the AI era. We are building the enterprise software infrastructure to capture, catalog, refine, enrich, and protect massive datasets and make them available for real-time data analysis and AI training and inference. Designed from the ground up to make AI simple to deploy and manage, VAST takes the cost and complexity out of deploying enterprise and AI infrastructure across data center, edge, and cloud.
Our success has been built through intense innovation, a customer-first mentality and a team of fearless VASTronauts who leverage their skills & experiences to make real market impact. This is an opportunity to be a key contributor at a pivotal time in our company's growth and at a pivotal point in computing history.
Requirements
VAST is building the highest-performing file system in the world. This requires innovating all the way into the Linux operating systems that require accessing data at unlimited bandwidth and low latency.
We are forming a new team focused solely on Kernel development, collaborating with the upstream community, and setting new industry standards for fast file systems.
Requirements
Linux Kernel Development Experience
System programming in C/C++.
Solid networking knowledge (OSI network layers, TCP/IP)
Python/Git- advantage
Knowledge block-level Storage/file systems - advantage
BSc/MSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent