Linux Kernel Developer

TL;DR

Linux Kernel Developer: Enhancing hirify.global AHV, built on the open-source x86-KVM stack, with an accent on performance, scale, and reliability. Focus on optimizing the hyperconverged stack, pushing VM live migrations, and contributing to open-source community development.

Location: Hybrid role, requiring in-office presence a minimum of 2-3 days per week.

Company

hirify.global is a company that builds on the open-source x86-KVM stack, with an emphasis on performance, scale, and reliability.

What you will do

• Improve the product based on customer questions and emerging technologies.
• Devise solutions supported by research and data.
• Communicate ideas effectively to a geographically diverse team.
• Mentor junior team members and leverage their strengths.
• Assist with customer escalations as needed.
• Contribute improvements back into community projects.

Requirements

• Rock-solid OS/systems fundamentals.
• Low-level coding and debugging experience with x86 architecture.
• Ability to write and maintain enterprise-quality code.
• Deep reasoning skills to break down abstract concepts.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-quality code to customers (6+ years).
• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of x86 virtualization and the KVM stack.
• Code contributions to the Linux kernel and virtualization stack.

Culture & Benefits

• Open and supportive environment.
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth.
• Work with talented engineers in systems engineering.