Remote Linux Device Driver Engineer | C & Kernel

BairesDev

United States

Remote

USD 120,000 - 180,000

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Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work

USD or local currency compensation

Hardware and software setup for home

Flexible hours

Paid parental leaves, vacations, and國̂

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Linux Device Driver Engineer to design, develop, and maintain drivers that interface hardware with the Linux kernel. You will work remotely on high-performance, reliable system software for diverse hardware.

You will collaborate with hardware teams, optimize drivers for USB, PCI, I2C, and SPI, and ensure compatibility across Linux versions. The role requires 4+ years of embedded or kernel experience and strong C programming, with excellent English.

Qualifications

4+ years in Embedded Systems or Linux Kernel development.
Proven expertise in developing and debugging Linux device drivers.
Proficiency in C programming and low-level systems development.
Hands-on experience with USB, PCI, I2C, and SPI.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and debug Linux device drivers for various hardware components using C.
Implement and optimize drivers for USB, PCI, I2C, and SPI bus protocols.
Work closely with kernel driver frameworks to ensure compatibility and stability across Linux versions.
Analyze hardware specs to translate physical requirements into software interfaces.
Collaborate with hardware teams to troubleshoot and resolve low-level system integration issues.
Conduct rigorous testing and performance tuning of drivers to meet standards.