About the Job

Red Hat's Core Kernel team is looking for a Senior Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer with a deep passion for system-level engineering and low-level operating system components. In this role, your work will influence the direction in a core subsystem of the Linux Kernel. You will be part of a growing team focused on software development and testing that may include both kernel and user space packages. Most of the work is centered around development and testing of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux kernel. As a Senior or Principal Software Engineer, you will work in this combined software development and testing role within a scrum team, and you will work broadly with teams focused on continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) that support Red Hat Enterprise Linux releases.

What will you do?

• Perform design, implementation, review, and testing of Linux kernel code
• Backport fixes to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) releases
• Lead the architecture and implementation of continuous integration pipelines using tools like Jenkins
• Design, develop, and maintain robust test frameworks ensuring these frameworks are scalable, reliable, and easily consumable by the team
• Triage complex system failures
• Analyze kernel panics, core dumps, and kernel logs to identify root causes and distinguish between automation issues and product bugs
• Communicate and help coordinate dates, deliverables, feature requirements, roadmaps, etc.
• Work effectively as part of a distributed, agile team with remote members

What will you bring?

• Experience developing software using C on Linux
• Strong proficiency with Python and automated testing technologies such as Jenkins, or equivalent
• Experience with software testing concepts and frameworks
• Working experience in linux testing and debugging
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience with Git
• Outstanding problem-solving and collaboration skills
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and work with minimal supervision
• Motivated and dedicated to learning
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus

About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world's leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

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Our Mission

We're the world's leading provider of enterprise open source solutions—including Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes. We deliver hardened solutions that make it easier for enterprises to work across platforms and environments, from the core datacenter to the network edge. At Red Hat, our commitment to open source extends beyond technology into virtually everything we do. We collaborate and share ideas, create inclusive communities, and welcome diverse perspectives from all Red Hatters, no matter their role. It's what makes us who we are. Some of the most knowledgeable and passionate people in the technology industry work here. Whether we're building software, championing our products, or training new associates, we're collaborating openly to make a difference in the world of open source and beyond.