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# System Software Developer

- **Company:** ECM Selection Limited
- **Location:** UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £75,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Linux, Linux Kernel, Open Source Technology, Software Construction, System Software, WebKit, Information Technology, Free and Open-Source Software
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.ecmselection.co.uk/register/27003

## About the Role

* Knowledge and interest in developing systems level software such as kernel drivers, web rendering engines, display servers, or A/V libraries.
 * Demonstrable and significant contributions to open-source projects. This includes engagement with the community and understanding of open-source development methodologies not just code commits.
 * High level of skill in C. Additional knowledge of Rust would be beneficial.
 * A Computer Science degree or similar experience.

You will be working in a globally diverse team, so experience and comfort with remote working along with a high level of written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role.

## Description

You will be working alongside similarly enthusiastic and highly skilled developers building software with open-source projects and making important contributions to the open-source community. You could be working on improvements to WebKit, or building new Linux kernel driver, or one of countless other projects this team tackles, all of them deeply technical.


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