Kernel Engineering Manager — Lead Open-Source Linux & Cloud-Scale

Cloudflare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Diversity and inclusiveness commitment

Reasonable accommodations for disabilities

Job summary

Cloudflare is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a top-tier team of kernel and systems engineers. This role is centered around overseeing the Linux Kernel lifecycle, advocating for minimal patch contributions, and ensuring production stability in a collaborative global team.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in system leadership and a deep understanding of Linux Kernel internals. Compensation is competitive, reflecting adjustments based on location, with potential annual salaries ranging from $170,000 to $275,000 depending on the work location.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing engineering teams in systems or kernel development.
• Deep understanding of Linux Kernel internals, x86/ARM architecture, and OS design.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for foundational software.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-performing team of kernel and systems engineers.
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of the Linux Kernel and core OS components.
• Promote a 'minimal patch' philosophy and support upstream maintainers.

Skills

Systems Leadership

Low-Level Expertise

Automation Mindset

Open Source Pedigree

Operational Empathy

Strategic Communication

Resilience

Job description

Cloudflare is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a top-tier team of kernel and systems engineers. This role is centered around overseeing the Linux Kernel lifecycle, advocating for minimal patch contributions, and ensuring production stability in a collaborative global team.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in system leadership and a deep understanding of Linux Kernel internals. Compensation is competitive, reflecting adjustments based on location, with potential annual salaries ranging from $170,000 to $275,000 depending on the work location.