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# System Engineer - OS Kernel

- **Company:** Wind River Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Walnut Creek, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Board Bringup, C (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Software Design Documents, Device Drivers, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, ISO/IEC 15504, Software Engineering, Software Systems, VxWorks, DO-178B, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/aptiv/senior-system-engineer-os-kernel

## About the Role

* Strong understanding of operating system concepts
 * Experience with RTOS software development, including core OS kernel functionality
 * Proficiency in C programming with hands-on experience in embedded systems development
 * Experience with assembly, C++, Python, and other development languages is a plus
 * Experience with low-level device drivers, BSP board bring-up, or architecture-level development is a plus
 * Experience in developing software compliant with industry certification standards, including DO-178C, ISO 26262, ASPICE, MIL is a plus
 * Ability to drive a project end-to-end, from concept and requirements through implementation, delivery, and release
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills
 * Ability to thrive as an exceptional team player who works well in collaborative environments
 * Self-motivated, fast learner with a demonstrated ability to adopt and master new technologies

## Description

As a Senior OS Kernel Engineer, you will contribute to the development of kernel components for the VxWorks operating system, supporting implementation, testing, and debugging while collaborating with other senior engineers to ensure performance, reliability, and security.

In your daily job you will:

 * Develop Core OS technologies for our embedded VxWorks OS
 * Develop and deliver high quality design, code, and tests following a CI/CD model and agile methodology
 * Investigate and resolve issues reported during product verification and from customers
 * Create design documents for new technologies and conduct code reviews
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions


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