Lead Embedded Linux Kernel Architect (ARM64)

Altera; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Altera is hiring a Staff Embedded Linux Engineer in Penang, Malaysia. The role requires leading the architecture and design of Linux kernel solutions for SoC/FPGA platforms. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and over 10 years in Embedded Linux/kernel development, with a strong track record of upstream contributions. The position emphasizes collaboration with multiple teams and mentoring junior engineers while establishing best practices in kernel development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Embedded Linux / Kernel development.
• Expert-level C programming and strong debugging capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and design of Linux kernel solutions for SoC/FPGA platforms.
• Provide technical leadership in complex debugging and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with teams to influence hardware/software co-design.

Skills

Embedded Linux / Kernel development

Linux kernel internals

C programming

ARM64 architecture

System architecture

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Altera is hiring a Staff Embedded Linux Engineer in Penang, Malaysia. The role requires leading the architecture and design of Linux kernel solutions for SoC/FPGA platforms. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and over 10 years in Embedded Linux/kernel development, with a strong track record of upstream contributions. The position emphasizes collaboration with multiple teams and mentoring junior engineers while establishing best practices in kernel development.