Job description:
KERNEL SOFTWARE DEVELOPERAs a Kernel Software Developer at our global client, you will design, implement, and maintain key subsystems in the kernel, working across Windows, Linux and MacOS environments.
This role is ideal for engineers who thrive close to the hardware/software boundary, enjoy solving complex low-level problems, and want to contribute to a product with real-world security impact.
Core Responsibilities- Develop, debug, and test kernel-level code in C with a focus on performance and security.
- Work on low-level system APIs and validate system functionality from user space.
- Design, develop, and maintain device drivers for subsystems including USB, networking, graphics, storage, and power management.
- Contribute to the design and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines for kernel and driver code.
Port, configure, and maintain Linux distributions for custom platforms.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:- 5- 7+ years of professional software development experience.
- Strong proficiency in C programming and low-level systems development.
- Hands-on experience with Windows, Linux and/or MacOS kernel internals.
- Solid understanding of computer architecture and server hardware platforms.
- Experience with system software development in C and Python.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
- Sponsorship for Non-US Citizens
- Cutting-Edge Technical Mission - You get to work at kernel level, deep in the OS, designing low-level security infrastructure and solving hard engineering problems, doing real technical work rather than just surface-level features.
- Strong Growth Potential & Learning Curve
- High Impact Role
- Collaboration & Cross-Functional Integration
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : $ 120000
Salary Max : $ 180000
Currency Type : USD