Linux Systems Engineer

Ghost Inc
Philadelphia, PA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Automation of Tests Bash Shell C++ (Programming Language) Ubuntu (Operating System) Command-Line Interface CMake Computer Programming Computer Networks Computer Engineering Debian Linux Software Debugging Linux
+32 more
Programming Tools Linux on Embedded Systems Github Vim (Text Editor) Python (Programming Language) Linux Kernel Linux System Administration Linux Distribution Network Interface Routing Package Management Systems Memory Leaks Software Deployment Software Engineering Systems Architecture System Testing Systems Integration Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Firewalls (Computer Science) Git Build Management Containerization Yocto Gitlab-ci Infrastructure Automation Frameworks Iptables Build Tools Hardware Infrastructure Software Version Control Docker Jenkins Arch Linux

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Linux Systems Engineer to join our engineering department. In this role, you will be responsible for the architecture, development, optimization, and maintenance of Linux environments that power our hardware infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Linux kernel development, embedded systems, system diagnostics, and infrastructure automation.

You will collaborate closely with hardware, software, and QA teams to ensure seamless integration between applications and underlying operating system platforms, particularly within embedded Linux environments., Linux Kernel & Operating System Administration

  • Perform custom Linux kernel patching, configuration, compilation, and lifecycle maintenance across multiple hardware platforms.
  • Configure and maintain Linux operating systems for stability, performance, and scalability.

Embedded Systems Integration

  • Deploy, manage, and optimize Linux distributions for embedded hardware architectures.
  • Support and maintain NVIDIA Jetson modules and associated embedded platforms.

Build System Architecture

  • Develop and maintain sophisticated Linux build environments.
  • Manage software dependencies, cross-compilation toolchains, and package management systems.

Network Engineering

  • Design, configure, and troubleshoot complex Linux networking environments.
  • Manage routing protocols, firewalls (iptables, nftables), custom network bridges, and network interfaces.

System Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

  • Perform advanced debugging and root-cause analysis of Linux system issues.
  • Diagnose kernel panics, configuration inconsistencies, and performance bottlenecks.

Infrastructure Automation

  • Design and implement automation scripts for:
  • Software deployment
  • System validation testing
  • Operational maintenance tasks

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with hardware engineering, software development, and QA teams.
  • Ensure successful integration of software applications with embedded Linux operating systems., * Proficiency with Linux debugging and diagnostic utilities, including:
  • gdb
  • strace
  • dmesg
  • journalctl
  • perf
  • Valgrind
  • Advanced experience using version control systems such as Git.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard development tools and editors, including:
  • VS Code
  • Vim
  • nano

Requirements

Do you have experience in Version control systems?, * Strong programming experience in:

  • C++
  • Python
  • Advanced Bash scripting
  • Extensive experience administering and troubleshooting headless Linux systems through the command-line interface.
  • Deep familiarity with a variety of Linux distributions, including:
  • Custom/source-based distributions (Yocto Project, Gentoo, Arch Linux)
  • Enterprise distributions (Ubuntu, Debian), * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to create clear and detailed technical documentation for complex system architectures.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with:
  • NVIDIA Jetson architectures
  • JetPack SDKs
  • Board Support Packages (BSPs)
  • Experience with build systems and utilities such as:
  • CMake
  • Make
  • Ninja
  • Experience integrating embedded Linux systems into CI/CD pipelines using:
  • GitLab CI
  • GitHub Actions
  • Jenkins
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies for embedded environments, including:
  • Docker
  • systemd-nspawn
  • Knowledge of hardware communication interfaces and low-level system integration:
  • I2C
  • SPI
  • UART
  • GPIO
  • Device Tree Source (DTS) modification

Benefits & conditions

Competitive base salary, full benefits, and a highly motivating equity incentive package. Flexible time off policy. We focus on output, impact, and the ability to work alongside a stellar interdisciplinary team.

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