Senior Kernel & Systems Software Engineer

Oracle; United States; On-site; USD 99,600 - 234,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off and sick leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Oracle is seeking a systems engineer for its Ksplice technology, pivotal in minimizing downtime and ensuring secure systems. The role involves C/C++ and Python programming, Linux kernel development, and enhancing workflows. Candidates should be skilled in debugging, security issues, and test automation.

Compensation ranges from $99,600 to $234,600 annually, with eligibility for bonuses and equity. Comprehensive benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching, flexible vacation, and paid leave options.

Qualifications

• Skilled with software development best practices including TDD.
• Expert level C/C++ programming.
• Strong experience with Python.
• Experience developing the Linux/UNIX kernel.

Responsibilities

• Develop tooling in Python bash.
• Analyze security vulnerabilities in Linux kernel patches.
• Enhance the Ksplice tools and improve workflow.
• Support new releases.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python

Understanding of security issues in compiled languages

Software development best practices including TDD

Debugging skills

Test automation

Job description

Oracle is seeking a systems engineer for its Ksplice technology, pivotal in minimizing downtime and ensuring secure systems. The role involves C/C++ and Python programming, Linux kernel development, and enhancing workflows. Candidates should be skilled in debugging, security issues, and test automation.

Compensation ranges from $99,600 to $234,600 annually, with eligibility for bonuses and equity. Comprehensive benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching, flexible vacation, and paid leave options.