Linux Kernel Expert

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeKernel Full time $102,380 - $190,760
Key Roles and Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Linux kernel engineer to collaborate with our globally distributed team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of ACPI from a Linux kernel perspective, as well as familiarity with BIOS/UEFI.

  • Collaborate regularly and proactively with the team.
  • Work closely with vendors to resolve issues involving BIOS, UEFI, ACPI, or other problems involving boot and configuration of the Linux kernel.
  • Become a primary contributor and maintainer to the Firmware Test Suite (FWTS).
  • Improve tooling and automation for comprehensive verification of Ubuntu Linux on x86 platforms.
  • Submit, review, and apply kernel patches, working with both internal and external upstream maintainers.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Well-organised and motivated self-starter able to thrive in a remote work environment.
  • Professional manner with colleagues, business partners, and the open-source community.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
  • Significant programming ability in C.
  • Demonstrated software development background involving UEFI and/or ACPI, with in-depth understanding of AML.
  • Solid background with git.
  • Familiarity with the x86 bootstrap process.
  • Understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals, with a focus on ACPI and UEFI interaction.
  • Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events of up to two weeks length.

Additional Skills: Python and Bash scripting ability, prior background with the coreboot project, Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging, experience with Linux kernel patching and debugging, familiarity with Devicetree, SystemReady, u-boot, or other non-x86 platform bootstrap or configuration mechanisms.

Benefits

A compensation approach that considers geography, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, we provide a performance-driven annual bonus or commission, and a range of benefits aligned with our values and global fair-work practices.

Work Environment: Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person. Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year. Annual compensation review. Recognition rewards. Annual holiday leave. Maternity and paternity leave. Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform. Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues. Travel upgrades for long-haul company events.

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