Senior Software Engineer, Linux Kernel

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer, Linux Kernel (C/C++/Python): Develop and maintain Linux kernel features in EOS, integrate upstream kernel changes, and contribute improvements back to mainline with an accent on scalability, performance, and kernel feature/test automation. Focus on debugging and fixing Linux kernel issues, qualifying CPU/NIC components for Arista products, and providing technical leadership across kernel projects.

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Salary: $120,000–$195,000 base pay (across Canada)

Company

hirify.global builds data-driven, client-to-cloud networking solutions for large data center, campus, and routing environments.

What you will do

• Track upstream Linux Kernel developments and identify features of interest for Arista products and internal needs.
• Develop and maintain EOS kernel features and tests using C, C++ and Python; build automated test and test infrastructure.
• Work with hardware engineers and vendors to qualify kernel-dependent components (CPUs and NICs) for integration into Arista products.
• Contribute kernel features back to the mainline Linux kernel community.
• Integrate new kernel versions into EOS and internal development; provide technical leadership across features, projects, and tools.
• Analyze and fix customer network issues with Customer Support Engineers and customers; collaborate with System Test Engineers to resolve test problems; mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering + 8 years experience, or MS + 6 years, or Ph.D. + 3 years, or equivalent experience.
• Expert programming experience in C required; knowledge of C++ and Python desirable.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting Linux kernel bugs and developing kernel features.
• Familiarity with Linux kernel architecture, design, and implementation.
• Familiarity with upstream Linux community patching process and procedures.
• Understanding of IP networking architecture and familiarity with x86 and ARM CPU architectures.

Culture & Benefits

• Base pay range of $120,000–$195,000 across Canada, with additional potential for discretionary bonuses and equity.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, income protection, and a Group Retirement Savings Plan.
• Work in a Linux Kernel team responsible for EOS kernel development and upstream integration.
• Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across kernel projects.