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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Linux Systems Engineer - **Company:** Ghost Inc - **Location:** Philadelphia, PA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 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, 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 - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a308ad4e669685c0 ## About the Role 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 ## 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 ## Related Videos - [Code to Road in < 12 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1082-code-to-road-in-12-hours) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Stop Committing Your Secrets - GIt Hooks To The Rescue!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/573-stop-committing-your-secrets-git-hooks-to-the-rescue) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 138 - Are you secure about this?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/486-dev-digest-138-are-you-secure-about-this) - [Dev Digest 129 - Now that's what I call private data!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/468-dev-digest-129-now-that-s-what-i-call-private-data) - [Dev Digest 131 - AI'm not sure about OSS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/472-dev-digest-131-ai-m-not-sure-about-oss)