Sr Staff Linux Software Engineer

• This role is on-site 5 days per week in San Diego, CA and relocation packages are available for the right candidates.
• Lead Linux enablement for next-generation server-class CPUs.
• Design and implement modern Linux distribution integration and development infrastructure.
• Your work will accelerate internal teams and ensure next-generation CPUs are fully supported in upstream Linux distributions, enabling production-ready solutions for enterprise, data center, and hyperscaler deployments.
• This role focuses on platform integration, product execution, and CI/CD automation across leading Linux distributions, bridging internal development with open-source best practices.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6 years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
  
  
  

OR

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5 years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4 years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• 3 years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C , Java, Python, etc.
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Strong background in computer science fundamentals and software engineering principles.
• 12 years of software engineering experience, including Linux platform development for enterprise or server-class systems.
• Deep experience with enterprise Linux distributions (e.g., RHEL/CentOS/Fedora, Ubuntu/Debian) and build frameworks, including packaging, update mechanisms, upstream integration, and data center deployment practices.
• Expertise with Git and GitHub-based workflows (or similar), including integration with modern CI/CD systems for open-source or large-scale projects.
• Familiarity with Linux packaging systems (Debian, RPM) and CI/CD automation tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Proven experience in technical leadership, including mentoring engineers and guiding architectural decisions.
• Proficiency in Bash and Python for automation and tooling, experience with systems programming languages such as C/C , Rust, or Go is highly valued
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence technical direction across teams.
• Mature interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across diverse teams and external communities.
• Proven ability to debug complex Linux systems across kernel and userspace.
• Ability to quickly learn new tools and workflows in a fast-evolving environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in non-linear, dynamic environments.
• Working knowledge of Linux kernel configuration and platform enablement (e.g., ACPI, UEFI, kconfig).
• Demonstrated contributions to upstream Linux kernel or userspace projects, with ability to represent the organization in open-source communities.
• Familiarity with virtualization, containerization, and orchestration tools (QEMU, KVM, Docker, Kubernetes) is desirable.
• Contribute to architecture and implementation of CI/CD infrastructure for Linux integration and open development workflows.
• Drive internal Linux distribution integration efforts, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and alignment with upstream standards.
• Lead resolution of complex platform issues across kernel, userspace, and firmware, collaborating with software, hardware, and product teams.
• Participate in engagements with external partners, including Linux distribution vendors and customers, to align on enablement requirements and ensure successful deployment.
• Collaborate with upstream communities and contribute to technical discussions as appropriate.
• Mentor and guide engineers on software best practices, including packaging, integration, and lifecycle management.
• Review designs and code, ensuring compliance with security, performance, and community requirements.
• Document technical decisions and standards for Linux platform enablement
  
  
  

What does this position pay?

Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and geographic location.

The expected range for this role is $160,000 to $200,000 per year. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.