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# Linux Software Engineer

- **Company:** Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.
- **Location:** Rockville, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Nvidia CUDA, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Linux, Device Drivers, File Systems, Embedded Software, Object-Oriented Software Development, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Multithreading, High Performance Computing, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9044122/linux-software-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

 * 5-10 years of relevant professional software development experience using C++ on Linux

 * Understanding of object-oriented design principles

 * Familiarity or understanding of Linux operating system concepts including kernel, memory, I/O, networking, file systems, and multi-threaded design principles

 * Strong problem solving and analytical skills

 * Strong collaboration and communication skills

 * U.S. citizenship

 * Capable of obtaining a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

 * Embedded software development experience (to include kernels, device drivers, file systems, etc.)

 * Experience developing high performance computing related software

 * Experience programming in CUDA for GPU accelerated applications

 * Familiarity with signal processing concepts

## Description

Jacobs/BlackLynx seeks a qualified and highly motivated Linux software engineer to work in the Rockville, MD office, and to begin immediately.

Position Responsibilities:

· Collaborate with a team of engineers to design, implement, and test high performance computing products

· Support and maintain high performance computing products and related documentation

· Interact with team members to define and derive requirements and understand use cases

· Collaborate with hardware team members to support design, integration and test activities

· Research current technological trends and participate in research projects for future products

Here's what you'll need


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