C​/Linux Operating System Software Engineer – Core Virtualization

The Red Hat Enterprise Linux Engineering team is looking for an established Linux developer to join us as a Software Engineer in our Core Virtualization team. In this role, you will design, develop and integrate new Core Virtualization features directly into Layered Products such as Open Shift Virtualization (Kube Virt and Kubernetes). This effort will include working routinely with the QEMU, Libvirt and Kube Virt communities, as well as Partners and other communities and internal teams on upstream contributions and possibly maintainership, as well as downstream integration and maintenance into our products.

This position is for a Hybrid work profile in the Lowell/Boston – Massachusetts area, but the associate is expected to be able to work with a remote, global team. Exceptional remote work applications will also be considered.

• Design and develop features in the Linux Virtualization Stack (qemu-kvm,libvirt) and in the Kube Virt.
• Work with Quality Engineering on test plans for the code you create and with the Documentation team to ensure good coverage for the features and fixes you work on
• Participate in peer code reviews
• Participate in architectural discussions of system designs, programming interfaces, and inter-dependencies of Core Virtualization Platform (hypervisor), Control Plane, Operators, CI, etc.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Open Shift for components that are used by Open Shift Virtualization and associated tools
• Debug, troubleshoot, code and validate fixes for internal and external customers related to your area of expertise

• Must have developed in Linux operating system and scripting languages
• Knowledge of at least C or C++ and a good grasp of Python. Relevant Golang and Rust experience are a plus.
• Understanding and experience using and developing on Linux-based operating systems
• Understanding of how Open Source and Free Software communities work
• Knowledge building and deploying container-based applications
• Knowledge of Kubernetes / Open Shift architecture and familiarity with its internals
• Required Full English proficiency (verbal and written)

• Development track record of Linux Virtualization components (KVM, QEMU, libvirt or other components in the virtualization stack).
• Understanding Kubernetes / Open Shift architecture and internals

The salary range for this position is $94,550.00 – $. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications. Pay Transparency:
Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account – healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account – high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
• Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
• Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note:

These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.

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