Linux Software Engineer; Platform & Infrastructure Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Software Development

Position: Staff Linux Software Engineer (Platform & Infrastructure) 10271

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Position Details

Title of position: Staff Linux Software Engineer (Platform & Infrastructure)
Position type: Full time
Location: Thornhill, Toronto, Canada
Position reports to: Senior Manager of Development Engineering
Final date to receive applications: Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis and this posting will remain open until filled.
Work authorization: Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the role will be performed.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain Linux-based software following best practices.
Debug and enhance code for performance and issue resolution.
Automate development and testing workflows with scripts and tools.
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards.
Maintain technical documentation, including design specs and APIs.
Stay updated with Linux advancements through open-source collaboration.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, QA engineers, and hardware teams, to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

Over 7+ years of experience as a Linux Developer, Kernel Engineer or Software Engineer.
Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in Linux development, including C/C++, Python, or Shell scripting.
Strong knowledge of Linux subsystems and networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, IPsec etc.).
Hands‑on expertise with virtual machines (VMs), including hypervisors (e.g., VMware, KVM, or Virtual Box) and optimizing resource allocation and virtualization layer.
Proficiency in container technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes, with experience in building, deploying, and debugging containerized applications.
Exposure to common security protocols and their design (SSH, IPsec, TLS etc.), and ability to understand security standard requirements and apply them to products.
Hands‑on experience with debugging and profiling tools.
Familiarity with open-source development practices and collaboration with open-source communities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Extreme Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans, including disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, active‑duty wartime or campaign badge veterans, and Armed Forces service medal veterans.

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