Senior Software Engineer - Operating Systems
Develops core OS components including kernel, system services, runtime, BSPs, and HALs for next-generation vehicle operating systems. Requires 6+ years experience with deep C/C++ expertise, Linux/Unix kernels, embedded systems, and leadership in low-level systems architecture.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Define the overall architecture and roadmap of the operating system
- Engage closely with existing open-source projects, become a committer, and submit RFCs
- Write and review foundational, performance-critical code across core OS components
- Lead implementation of critical system features such as interprocess communication, memory management, security sandboxing, networking, and power/performance
- Collaborate closely with hardware partners and OEMs to define BSP, HAL, device drivers, and integration strategies
- Advocate open-source culture and engage with the Open Source Project community
Requirements
- 6+ years of software development experience (emphasis on low-level systems or OS development)
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Deep expertise in C/C++
- Experience on Unix/Linux kernels or embedded systems
- Experience with performance optimization, memory management, threading, and concurrency
- Proven experience designing and shipping large-scale software or systems
- Demonstrated leadership in shaping technical direction and mentoring engineers
- Familiarity with open-source processes and tools, source control, and distributed code bases
Nice to Haves
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related field
- Experience working with OEMs, device drivers, or hardware integration (e.g. ARM chipset, cellular modem interfaces)
- Strong background in security and sandboxing models
- Demonstrated ability working in small, fast-moving cross-functional teams and/or startups
- Published contributions to open-source OS projects or kernel subsystems
Compensation
- Base salary: $155,000 - $253,000 USD annually
- Equity, comprehensive health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, 401k with employer match, learning/wellness stipends, paid time off
Skills
C++, Linux Kernel, Unix Kernel, Embedded Systems, Memory Management, Concurrency, Threading, Performance Optimization, Arm, Open-Source, Bsp, Hal, Device Drivers
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