Linux Kernel Engineer - Remote Work | REF#295262

BairesDev; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work

Competitive USD salary

Hardware provided

Flexible hours

Paid parental leave

Global, diverse team

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a senior Linux kernel engineer to design, develop, and maintain core kernel subsystems, drivers, and performance improvements. You will work on memory management, schedulers, filesystems, and device drivers, collaborating with an international, remote team.

The role emphasizes deep systems knowledge, C programming, debugging, upstream contributions, and performance tuning, with flexible hours and 100% remote setup.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on systems programming.
• Proven expertise in Linux kernel development and debugging.
• Advanced proficiency in C programming and low-level systems development.
• Deep understanding of kernel subsystems, including filesystems, schedulers, and memory management.
• Hands-on experience developing and maintaining Linux device drivers.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain core Linux kernel subsystems including memory management, schedulers, and filesystems.
• Develop and optimize high-performance device drivers in C to ensure robust hardware integration and stability.
• Identify and resolve complex, low-level system bottlenecks and bugs within the kernel codebase.
• Participate in the open-source community by contributing to upstream features and submitting technical patches.
• Conduct performance analysis and system tuning to improve the efficiency and reliability of the OS at the lowest level.

Skills

Linux kernel development

C programming

Systems programming

Kernel subsystems

Device drivers

English proficiency

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain core Linux kernel subsystems including memory management, schedulers, and filesystems.
• Develop and optimize high-performance device drivers in C to ensure robust hardware integration and stability.
• Identify and resolve complex, low-level system bottlenecks and bugs within the kernel codebase.
• Participate in the open-source community by contributing to upstream features and submitting technical patches.
• Conduct performance analysis and system tuning to improve the efficiency and reliability of the OS at the lowest level.

What We Are Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a focus on Systems Programming.
• Proven expertise in Linux kernel development and debugging.
• Advanced proficiency in C programming and low-level systems development.
• Deep understanding of kernel subsystems, including filesystems, schedulers, and memory management.
• Hands-on experience developing and maintaining Linux device drivers.Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!