Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer - Silicon Enablement

What the role entails

• Drive the integration of platform support from our silicon partners into the Ubuntu Linux kernel
• Lead the identification and resolution of complex kernel issues reported by partners, customers, or discovered through rigorous testing
• Own the delivery of distinct, silicon-optimized variants of the Ubuntu Linux kernel to the global community
• Develop and refine the tooling and automation required for the reliable delivery and testing of our kernels
• Manage the submission and review process for upstream patches, collaborating effectively with both internal and external maintainers
• Identify new methodologies and strategies for maximizing performance on partner silicon
• Collaborate proactively within a globally distributed engineering team to ensure cohesive outcomes across the organization

What we are looking for in you

• Proficiency in C programming, particularly for low-level system development
• A strong grasp of device drivers, BSPs, and other aspects of hardware-level system engineering
• Deep understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals
• Professional proficiency with Git for version control and collaborative development
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal, within a professional context
• A professional approach to collaborating with business partners and the open-source community
• Ability to travel twice a year for company events of up to two weeks in length …