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# Linux Developer

- **Company:** NIGHTWING LLC
- **Location:** Sterling, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $122,000.0 - $253,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8747905/linux-developer

## About the Role

* Current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance
 * Minimum 3 years of professional experience developing, testing, and debugging software in C, C++, and Python
 * Minimum 3 years of experience developing, testing, and debugging system-level software for Linux
 * Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Linux/Unix internals, including low-level system development, APIs, and interfaces
 * Proven experience working in cross-platform environments
 * Hands-on experience with one or more of the following architectures: x86/x64, ARM, and/or MIPS

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with Linux kernel development
 * Familiarity with embedded systems or performance-critical environments
 * Strong debugging skills using system-level tools and techniques

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Linux Developer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system-level software development and a deep understanding of Linux/Unix internals. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and debugging high-performance software across multiple hardware architectures in a collaborative, cross-platform environment., * Design, develop, test, and debug system-level software for Linux-based platforms

 * Contribute to low-level system components, drivers, and core services
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support development across multiple architectures
 * Analyze and resolve complex technical issues related to performance, stability, and scalability
 * Participate in code reviews and follow best practices for secure and maintainable software development


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