Senior Linux Systems Architect - Embedded Lab Instrument

Investigo; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Investigo is seeking a Senior Linux Systems Engineer for a 6-month contract in Los Angeles. This high-impact role involves supporting a cutting-edge scientific instrument and ensuring the reliability of Linux-based systems.

The ideal candidate will have 6–10+ years of Linux systems engineering experience, particularly with Ubuntu 24.04, and will be responsible for designing deployment mechanisms, improving system stability, and resolving issues ahead of a major product launch.

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years of experience in Linux systems engineering.
• Strong experience with Ubuntu (preferably 24.04).
• Hands-on experience with OS-level deployments in production environments.
• Experience with system packaging and update mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust Linux OS deployment and update mechanisms.
• Transition from package-based updates to atomic / A‑B system updates.
• Ensure reliable system boot and recovery.
• Build and maintain Ubuntu 24.04‑based system images.
• Improve system stability in real-world lab environments.

Skills

Linux systems engineering

Ubuntu 24.04

OS-level deployments

System packaging and updates

Atomic updates, A/B partitioning

C# / .NET on Linux

Job description

Investigo is seeking a Senior Linux Systems Engineer for a 6-month contract in Los Angeles. This high-impact role involves supporting a cutting-edge scientific instrument and ensuring the reliability of Linux-based systems.

The ideal candidate will have 6–10+ years of Linux systems engineering experience, particularly with Ubuntu 24.04, and will be responsible for designing deployment mechanisms, improving system stability, and resolving issues ahead of a major product launch.