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Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Linux kernel components for CIQ products and services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and create scalable kernel designs.
- Write modular, documented C and other relevant code according to coding standards.
- Develop and maintain kernel-specific testing and automation tools.
- Debug and resolve kernel-level issues involving memory management, process scheduling, and inter-process communication.
- Work with hardware engineers to integrate kernel components with hardware platforms.
- Evaluate advancements in the Linux kernel community and related technologies.
- Review code submissions and provide constructive feedback.
- Analyze and optimize kernel performance against specified targets.
- Document design decisions, APIs, and processes.
- Guide and mentor junior developers.
Requirements
- Passion for Linux and open source software with a commitment to reliable, high-quality products.
- Proficiency in C programming and low-level system programming concepts.
- Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills for complex kernel-level issues.
- In-depth knowledge of Linux kernel internals, file systems, device drivers, and kernel module development.
- Familiarity with x86 and ARM hardware platforms and their interaction with the Linux kernel.
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- At least five years of Linux kernel development experience focused on system-level programming and device driver development.
- Extensive experience designing and developing kernel components for process management, memory management, and inter-process communication.
- Experience with version control systems, preferably Git, and collaborative development workflows.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, collaboration, and independent work skills.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible paid time off.
- Employee stock options.
- Remote work with no travel required for most positions.
About CIQ
CIQ is building the next-generation of secure and performant software infrastructure for the AI era. Founded in 2020 by open source pioneer Gregory Kurtzer, CIQ helps organizations simplify, unify, and democratize high-performance computing and enterprise IT. CIQ is the founding support and services partner of Rocky Linux and the creator of products like Fuzzball, Warewulf Pro, Ascender Pro, and Rocky Linux from CIQ. The company provides scalable, open infrastructure solutions that empower innovation from the operating system up. Rooted in a community-first philosophy, CIQ is trusted by organizations modernizing for a future defined by data and AI. Learn more at https://ciq.com.