Linux Kernel Engineer (Embedded)

TL;DR

Linux Kernel Engineer (Embedded): Developing Linux and Android kernel components for SoC platforms with an accent on device drivers and hardware-software interfaces. Focus on transitioning academic knowledge to professional kernel development, utilizing FPGA environments, and optimizing SoC internals.

Location: Hybrid in Folsom, California, US. This position is not eligible for hirify.global immigration sponsorship.

Salary: $111,030 - $156,740

Company

A global leader in AI technologies and foundational software stacks for client and data center software.

What you will do

• Develop Linux and Android kernel modules and device drivers for SoC platforms.
• Interface kernel software with SoC hardware blocks.
• Utilize FPGA platforms and industry-standard development tools for hardware-software learning.
• Collaborate with hardware teams and participate in professional code reviews.
• Build expertise in embedded debugging, cross-compilation, and hardware-aware development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ months of experience (internships and academic projects count).
• Strong foundation in C/C++ programming and Operating Systems fundamentals.
• Understanding of Computer Architecture, memory systems, and I/O.
• Knowledge of Data Structures, Algorithms, and basic Git version control.
• Must have valid US work authorization (no sponsorship provided).

Nice to have

• Personal projects with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or other embedded development boards.
• Academic projects involving device drivers or kernel modules.
• Experience with hardware protocols such as UART, I2C, and SPI.
• Familiarity with Android architecture or mobile development.
• Experience with cross-compilation or embedded toolchains.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive pay and stock bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Hybrid work model allowing time split between on-site and off-site work.