Senior Kernel Architect & Technical Lead - Virtualization

Pyramid Consulting Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a seasoned professional with deep expertise in 0x86 architecture and assembly language, alongside extensive experience in core kernel, system bring up, and driver development. You are expected to have 15+ years in these areas with significant knowledge of Linux KVM technologies. The role demands a high level of proficiency and experience in developing drivers and managing core system processes.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of experience in core kernel (process and memory management).
• Strong background in system bring up and driver development.
• Proficient in relevant technologies and tools.

Skills

Experience in 0x86 architecture

C-language proficiency

Knowledge of GNU binary tools

Experience with 0x86 based Linux KVM

Familiarity with VTx, VTd, PCIe

Understanding of SR-IOV technologies

QEMU internals

Virtio drivers

Libvirt

Core kernel experience

Job description

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a seasoned professional with deep expertise in 0x86 architecture and assembly language, alongside extensive experience in core kernel, system bring up, and driver development. You are expected to have 15+ years in these areas with significant knowledge of Linux KVM technologies. The role demands a high level of proficiency and experience in developing drivers and managing core system processes.