Principal Software Developer 4

Oracle; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 114,600 - 234,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Oracle in Santa Clara is seeking a systems engineer to enhance their technology solutions. This role involves patching systems and supporting new product releases while ensuring best software practices are maintained.

Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in C/C++ and Python, along with experience in Linux/UNIX kernel development. The position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux/UNIX kernel development.
• Understanding of security issues in compiled languages.
• Ability to comply with U.S. health mandates.

Responsibilities

• Help patch systems and support new releases.
• Improve workflow for system patching.
• Apply software development best practices.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python

Software development best practices

Test automation

Problem solving and debugging

Job description

Overview

Ksplice is a leading technology that allows administrators to patch the kernel on the fly with zero downtime and zero disruption. It is part of Oracle’s Linux and Virtualization group and powers some of the company’s biggest systems, from massive databases to cloud services. We are looking for a systems engineer to help patch more of the system, support new releases, and improve our workflow.

Responsibilities

• Skilled with software development best practices including TDD
• Expert level C/C++ programming
• Understanding of security issues and defenses in compiled languages
• Strong experience with Python
• Experience developing the Linux/UNIX kernel
• Excellent problem solving and debugging skills
• Test automation

Qualifications

U.S. based or U.S. customer or client‑facing roles must comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization/occupational health mandates and/or drug testing requirements.

Compensation and Benefits

US: Hiring range $114,600 – $234,600 per year, with potential for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; life insurance and AD&D; supplemental life insurance; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts; pre‑tax commuter and parking benefits; 401(k) savings and investment plan with company match; paid time off; paid holidays; paid sick leave; paid parental leave; adoption assistance; employee stock purchase plan; financial planning and group legal services; voluntary benefits such as auto, homeowner, and pet insurance.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.