Linux Kernel Engineer

Gdansk, Pomerania, Poland Job ID JR0243644 Job Category Software Engineering Work Mode Hybrid Experience Level Experienced

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Job Description

The System Software Engineering (SSE) organization is responsible for enabling the Intel roadmap across operating systems and virtualization (Linux, Windows, VMware, Chrome OS, Android), cloud native infrastructure, runtimes, and the web platform. SSE ensures Intel builds software-first hardware platforms as well as driving adoption of Intel optimized system software in the ecosystem - with customers, Operating System Vendors (OSVs), Cloud Service Providers (CSPs). Within SSE, the Linux and Chrome OS System Engineering (LCSE) team charter is to leverage our expertise across the Linux OS, Chrome OS and virtualization to drive adoption of Intel optimized/differentiated system software in the ecosystem and enable Intel roadmaps. Our team includes world-class Linux kernel developers and kernel subsystem maintainers. We are looking to add developers focused on the Linux OS Kernel and virtualization, such as qemu. In this position, the candidate will work on open source development, enablement and/or optimization for Intel roadmap features in the upstream Linux kernel for bare-metal and virtualized use cases. Utilizes knowledge of system software, software architecture, design, debug, development, operating system internals, and silicon on platform features. Designs, develops, maintains, tests, debugs, optimizes, secures, and/or evaluates OS Kernel and system software, including device drivers, virtualization, hypervisor, and/or other open source software technologies. Utilizes knowledge in software architecture, design, debug, development, operating system internals, and silicon on platform features.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
- Software development/integration/validation
- Domain knowledge in the areas of Linux kernel, hypervisors and open source operating systems
- Familiarity with Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, Red Hat, SUSE, or others
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Passion to work with the open source community
- Able to provide technical leadership, mentoring and direction to junior design engineers in the group and able to come up with technical proposals helping implementation
- Track record of successful upstreaming of Linux kernel patches
- Experience working with worldwide teams
- Knowledge of Intel Architecture

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.

Inside this Business Group

Enable amazing computing experiences with Intel Software continues to shape the way people think about computing – across CPU, GPU, and FPGA architectures. Get your hands on new technology and collaborate with some of the smartest people in the business. Our developers and software engineers work in all software layers, across multiple operating systems and platforms to enable cutting-edge solutions. Ready to solve some of the most complex software challenges? Explore an impactful and innovative career in Software.

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.

Working Model

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.

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