Linux Kernel Engineer

Job Details: Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Linux Kernel Developer to join our system software engineering team. This role focuses on developing, maintaining, and optimizing Linux kernel components with an emphasis on x86 architectures, device drivers, and platform-level integration. The successful candidate will support early platform enablement across both presilicon and postsilicon environments, including FPGA-based validation platforms and production silicon. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Silicon Architects, SoC design teams, firmware engineers, and other software developers to enable operating system support for new hardware capabilities. The position requires strong Linux kernel expertise, deep understanding of hardware-software interfaces, and the ability to debug complex system-level issues during early platform bring-up. Contributions to upstream Linux kernel subsystems and participation in open-source development are highly valued. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Develop and maintain Linux kernel modules and device drivers for x86-based platforms. • Support platform bring-up activities and early boot enablement in both presilicon (FPGA/emulation) and postsilicon environments. • Work with FPGA platforms and simulation environments for early hardware validation and driver development. • Collaborate with SoC design, firmware, and platform teams to define OS and kernel requirements for new hardware features. • Develop and enhance kernel subsystems related to device drivers, memory management, power management, scheduling, and platform interfaces. • Implement and debug kernel functionality including ACPI integration and hardware interface protocols. • Diagnose and resolve kernel-level issues during system boot, device initialization, and runtime operation. • Backport patches, apply security updates, and maintain stable kernel branches as part of platform productization. • Contribute patches and enhancements to upstream Linux kernel subsystems when applicable. • Optimize system performance through power/performance tuning, memory management improvements, and system-level profiling. • Maintain kernel configuration, build environments, and development workflows using Git-based version control systems. • Work with cross-functional engineering team PROFESSIONAL TRAITS • Strong analytical thinking and system-level problem-solving skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including SoC design, firmware, and platform engineering groups. • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment. • Strong attention to detail with disciplined debugging and troubleshooting practices. • Adaptability to work across different hardware platforms and development phases. • Passion for low-level systems development, including personal experimentation with Linux kernel builds, debugging, or open-source contributions. • Commitment to high-quality engineering practices and maintainable code. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field with 6 years of relevant experience, OR • Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field with 4 years of relevant experience. The experience must include: Linux Kernel Development 1: • Strong experience in Linux kernel development with emphasis on x86 platform architecture. • Hands-on experience developing and debugging Linux kernel drivers and kernel subsystems. Experience working with one or more Linux kernel subsystems such as: • Device drivers and platform drivers • Memory management • Power management and ACPI • Scheduler or interrupt handling • Virtualization or I/O subsystems Presilicon Development Environment 1 Experience working in presilicon environments including: • FPGA setup, configuration, and usag ... (truncated, view full listing at source)