Senior Linux Kernel Engineer — Lead, EOS & Upstream

Arista Networks; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Arista Networks in Austin, Texas is seeking a Linux Kernel Senior/Lead Software Engineer to develop and maintain kernel features for EOS. The role involves collaborating with hardware engineers, contributing to the kernel community, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with C programming and Linux kernel development, as well as strong problem-solving and communication skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in software engineering or equivalent.
• Expert knowledge of C programming.
• Significant hands-on experience with Linux kernel.

Responsibilities

• Track developments in the Linux Kernel and identify relevant features.
• Develop and maintain EOS kernel features and tests.
• Work with vendors to qualify kernel-dependent hardware.

Skills

Programming in C

Troubleshooting Linux kernel

Communication skills

Software design and implementation

Python programming

Understanding of IP networking

Education

BS in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering

MS

Ph.D.

Job description

Arista Networks in Austin, Texas is seeking a Linux Kernel Senior/Lead Software Engineer to develop and maintain kernel features for EOS. The role involves collaborating with hardware engineers, contributing to the kernel community, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with C programming and Linux kernel development, as well as strong problem-solving and communication skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic work environment.