System Software Developer

ECM Selection; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A software development company is seeking a remote System Software Developer to work on exciting open-source projects. You will collaborate with skilled developers and contribute significantly to the community. Ideal candidates should have experience in developing systems software and contributing to open-source projects, with a strong skill set in C and a degree in Computer Science. Flexible hours and competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Private medical insurance

Dedicated time for community projects

Qualifications

• Experience with kernel drivers and web rendering engines.
• Engagement with the open-source community.
• Comfort with remote working.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for open-source projects.
• Collaborate with a diverse global team.
• Contribute to improvements in significant software.

Skills

Knowledge in system level software

Contributions to open-source projects

High level of skill in C

Knowledge of Rust

Education

Computer Science degree or similar experience

Job description

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Do you want to work on software used by billions around the world? Do you believe in the goals of the open-source software community? This team wants to hear from you.

You will be working alongside similarly enthusiastic and highly skilled developers building software with open-source projects and making important contributions to the open-source community. You could be working on improvements to WebKit, or building new Linux kernel driver, or one of countless other projects this team tackles, all of them deeply technical.

Requirements:

• Knowledge and interest in developing systems level software such as kernel drivers, web rendering engines, display servers, or A/V libraries.
• Demonstrable and significant contributions to open-source projects. This includes engagement with the community and understanding of open-source development methodologies not just code commits.
• High level of skill in C. Additional knowledge of Rust would be beneficial.
• A Computer Science degree or similar experience.

You will be working in a globally diverse team, so experience and comfort with remote working along with a high level of written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role.

Alongside the competitive salary, flexible working hours, private medical insurance, and dedicated time to spend on community projects are on offer for the right candidate. This team will also consider candidates who wish to work part-time 3-4 days per week. Although you will be joining a global team, you need to be located somewhere in the UK and have full rights to work in the UK without time limits to be considered for this role.

Please note: even if you don’t have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest – we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

Recommend for £250 – see www.ecmselection.co.uk/tell-a-friend for details.