Principal Software Engineer

Red Hat Limited; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Software Engineer, where you will be instrumental in developing Linux kernel solutions for automotive applications. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with industry leaders in a dynamic environment. You will contribute to real-time systems, ensuring the highest standards of functional safety while being part of an inclusive and innovative team. Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in the world of open source software and automotive technology, while enjoying a flexible work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Transportation expense account

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Expertise in Linux kernel development and device drivers.
• Experience with backporting upstream code to Linux distributions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with platform vendors to determine kernel configuration.
• Create and maintain kernel packages for automotive applications.

Skills

Linux device driver development

Kernel boot optimization

Hardware-in-the-loop testing

Embedded systems knowledge

Container orchestration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Linux distributions (Fedora, CentOS, RHEL)

CI/CD tools

Job description

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Principal Software Engineer

Apply remote type Remote locations Remote US NC Remote US MA Boston Raleigh Remote US NH time type Full time posted on Posted 18 Days Ago job requisition id R-047123

Red Hat's Automotive Kernel Linux Engineering team is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join us on Red Hat's In-Vehicle Operating System deployments. In this role you will be part of a growing team focused on Linux kernel development for use in automotive, real-time and industrial applications, providing hardware and lab enablement for new Arm platforms. Successful applicants must reside in a state/country where Red Hat is registered to do business.

What you will do

• Work with colleagues and platform vendors to determine kernel configuration

• Familiarity with Hardware-in-the-loop testing

• Participate in the broader upstream Linux community

• Backport upstream fixes to the Red Hat's In-Vehicle Operating System releases

• Analyze how the kernel and other components are supporting Functional Safe best practices

• Create and maintain kernel packages

• Contribute new development work

• Collaborate in the automotive partner ecosystem

• Collaborate with the Engineering, Quality Engineering, Product Management, Documentation, and product build teams, as well as the open source community

• Have fun!

What you will bring

• Expertise in Linux device driver development, board bring-up, kernel boot optimization

• Familiarity with Device Tree and Advanced Configuration & Power Interface (ACPI)

• Knowledge of Git and upstream Linux kernel patch posting procedures, experience with upstream development

• Experience with backporting upstream code to Linux distributions, kernel configuration, building, and testing

• Familiarity of embedded systems and their ecosystems

• Familiarity with container orchestration and CI/CD.

• Knowledge of Git and upstream Linux kernel patch posting procedures, and experience with upstream development

• Ability to work on your own in a small team environment

• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks

Nice to have

• Familiarity in early boot flow of Arm processors

• Experience working with chip manufacturers, automotive manufactures, tier 1 suppliers

• Experience with Functional Safety concepts

• Experience with Linux kernel PREEMPT_RT

• Experience with Fedora, CentOS and RHEL

• Experience with debugging Linux kernel issues

• Experience with grub, uboot, UEFI

The salary range for this position is $148,540.00 - $245,050.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Benefits
● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
● Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
● Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
● Retirement 401(k) with employer match
● Paid time off and holidays
● Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
● Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
● Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.

Inclusion at Red Hat
Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.

Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO)
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