Senior Engineer/Engineer - Linux Kernel Development

Grapevine Round1 AI; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,270,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Grapevine Round1 AI is looking for a Senior Linux Kernel Engineer in Hyderabad to develop core software for Snapdragon chipsets. You'll be involved in designing, developing, and debugging key Linux kernel subsystems, ensuring performance optimization for ARM architectures.

The ideal candidate has expertise in C programming, a strong grasp of OS fundamentals, and a minimum of 1-5 years in software engineering. This is a unique chance to work with cutting-edge mobile hardware and system-level software.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of software engineering experience.
• Expert level knowledge of C programming.
• Strong knowledge of Linux kernel and device driver model.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and debugging Linux kernel subsystems.
• Optimizing performance for ARM-based architectures.
• Working on core software for Snapdragon chipsets.

Skills

C programming

Linux kernel

Device drivers

OS fundamentals

Kernel debugging tools (T32, gdb)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Linux kernel

gdb

T32

Job description

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