Senior System Software Engineer - Linux Kernel & OS

Fortinet; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Comprehensive Leave Program

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated systems engineer with extensive experience in Linux kernel development and optimization. This role involves troubleshooting complex system-level issues and collaborating with hardware teams to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills and a passion for system-level techniques. Join a supportive work environment that values diversity and offers a competitive rewards package, making a meaningful impact on a global scale.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with Linux kernel and system-level optimizations.
• Hands-on debugging and performance tuning experience required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot complex system-level issues across multiple layers.
• Collaborate with hardware teams to support new platform delivery.

Skills

Linux Kernel

Debugging

Performance Tuning

TCP/IP

Programming in C/bash/python/go

Processor Architecture

Virtualization/Container/Cloud Technologies

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated systems engineer with extensive experience in Linux kernel development and optimization. This role involves troubleshooting complex system-level issues and collaborating with hardware teams to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills and a passion for system-level techniques. Join a supportive work environment that values diversity and offers a competitive rewards package, making a meaningful impact on a global scale.