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Linux Development Engineer - eLxr Distribution

Aptiv
Troy, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2026
Role Summary

Wind River is seeking a Linux Development Engineer to join the eLxr team and contribute to the development and evolution of our Debian-based Linux distribution. In this hands-on engineering role, you will develop system components, create Debian packages, automate delivery pipelines, and collaborate with open-source communities. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable Linux platform capabilities for mission-critical intelligent systems across multiple industries.


Your Role
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance system components for the eLxr Debian-based Linux distribution.
  • Create, update, and maintain Debian packages throughout the distribution lifecycle.
  • Contribute patches, bug fixes, and feature enhancements to relevant open-source projects and communities.
  • Develop high-quality, maintainable software using Python, Go, Bash, C, and C .
  • Build and maintain GitLab CI or GitHub Actions pipelines to automate builds, testing, and deployments.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues across Linux user-space and low-level system components.
  • Document development processes, design decisions, and technical implementations.
  • Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to support platform integration and feature delivery.


Your Background
  • 2 years of experience in Linux systems development, distribution engineering, or a related software engineering field.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux distributions, preferably Debian or another Debian-based platform.
  • Experience contributing to or maintaining open-source software projects.
  • Programming experience with Python, Go, Bash, C, or C .
  • Experience developing or maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI or GitHub Actions.
  • Strong understanding of Linux fundamentals, command-line tools, system internals, and debugging.
  • Must reside in the Austin, Texas area and be able to work onsite. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status, Green Card, is required.



Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with AWS or another cloud computing environment.
  • Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of Linux kernel internals, device drivers, or low-level debugging.
  • Experience contributing to large-scale open-source initiatives.


Why Join Wind River/Aptiv?
  • You grow at Wind River. Aptiv's winning culture is global by design. We bring together diverse perspectives, cultures, and business contexts to solve our customers' toughest challenges. In this environment, every individual can grow, lead, and make an impact, regardless of background, because inclusion fuels how we innovate and win.
  • You make an impact. One of the strengths of humanity is our drive to progress, improve, and achieve more tomorrow than we did yesterday. People need solutions they can trust when it matters most. At Aptiv, you are building those solutions every day.
  • You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family, physical health, and mental health through a competitive benefits package.


Your Benefits.
  • Hybrid work model for workplace flexibility
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • RRSP matching for financialsecurity
  • Flexibletime-off policies for work-life balance
  • Employee assistance program for mental well-being
  • Learning benefits, including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and seminars


Meet the Next Generation


At Wind River, we deliver innovative solutions that people trust when it matters most.


Progress is never static. It is about reaching further, exploring new possibilities, and enabling mobility. Aptiv empowers customers to create solutions people rely on, advancing safety and autonomy in Automotive and Commercial Vehicles, enabling mission-critical performance in Aerospace & Defense, and powering intelligent systems across Energy, Enterprise, and Telecommunications. We also drive precision and efficiency in Industrials & Robotics and support life-critical innovation in Medical technologies.

Guided by our winning culture and values to Think & Act Like Owners, as One Team, and Play to Win, we turn commitment into results and achieve more together.


Join Us to Deliver Innovative Solutions That People Trust!


Applicant Privacy Notice

Your privacy is of the utmost importance to us. At Wind River, we strictly adhere to all applicable data privacy laws. Please review Wind River's Applicant Privacy Notice.


Wind River is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We prohibit discrimination based on any legally protected status.



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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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