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C/Linux Operating System Software Engineer - Core Virtualization

Lensa
Lansing, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026
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The Red Hat Enterprise Linux Engineering team is looking for an established Linux developer to join us as a Software Engineer in our Core Virtualization team. In this role, you will design, develop and integrate new Core Virtualization features directly into Layered Products such as OpenShift Virtualization (KubeVirt and Kubernetes). This effort will include working routinely with the QEMU, Libvirt and KubeVirt communities, as well as Partners and other communities and internal teams on upstream contributions and possibly maintainership, as well as downstream integration and maintenance into our products. This position is for a Hybrid work profile in the Lowell/Boston - Massachusetts area, but the associate is expected to be able to work with a remote, global team. Exceptional remote work applications will also be considered.

Primary Job Responsibilities

  • Design and develop features in the Linux Virtualization Stack (qemu-kvm,libvirt) and in the KubeVirt.
  • Work with Quality Engineering on test plans for the code you create and with the Documentation team to ensure good coverage for the features and fixes you work on
  • Participate in peer code reviews
  • Participate in architectural discussions of system designs, programming interfaces, and inter-dependencies of Core Virtualization Platform (hypervisor), Control Plane, Operators, CI, etc.
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and OpenShift for components that are used by OpenShift Virtualization and associated tools
  • Debug, troubleshoot, code and validate fixes for internal and external customers related to your area of expertise

Required Skills

  • Must have developed in Linux operating system and scripting languages
  • Knowledge of at least C or C and a good grasp of Python. Relevant Golang and Rust experience are a plus.
  • Understanding and experience using and developing on Linux-based operating systems
  • Understanding of how Open Source and Free Software communities work
  • Knowledge building and deploying container-based applications
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes / OpenShift architecture and familiarity with its internals
  • Required Full English proficiency (verbal and written)

Preferred Skills

  • Development track record of Linux Virtualization components (KVM, QEMU, libvirt or other components in the virtualization stack).
  • Understanding Kubernetes / OpenShift architecture and internals

The salary range for this position is $94,550.00 - $151,170.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

About Red Hat

Red Hat (https://www.redhat.com/) is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source (https://www.redhat.com/en/about/open-source) software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40 countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
  • Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
  • Retirement 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
  • Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
  • Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.

Inclusion at Red Hat

Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.

Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO)

Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between Red Hat and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

Red Hat supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants. If you need assistance completing our online job application, email application-assistance@redhat.com . General inquiries, such as those regarding the status of a job application, will not receive a reply.

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