Platform Kernel Engineer, ChromeOS

8 Hours ago • 2-2 Years

About the job

SummaryBy Outscal

Must have:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 2 years of experience with software development coding in C, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree
  • Experience working on the Linux kernel
  • Experience with debugging
Good to have:
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields
  • Experience in Rust programming
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Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience with software development coding in C, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree.
  • Experience working on the Linux kernel.
  • Experience with debugging.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields.
  • Experience in Rust programming.

About the job

Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.

Join us on the cutting-edge of ChromeOS development and redefine the way people interact with their devices.

We're on a quest to revolutionize the ChromeOS experience, from the kernel to the user interface. Your passion and expertise will directly impact users worldwide.

Imagine shaping the core operating system, building innovative tools that empower users, and pioneering technologies that push the boundaries of what's possible.

With your help, we'll craft a ChromeOS that's not only faster and more secure, but also more intuitive and enjoyable.

Chrome OS delivers quality computing at scale to provide universal and unfettered access to information, entertainment, and tools. Our mission is to empower anyone to create and access information freely through fast, secure, simple, and intelligent computing.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136,000-$200,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about .

Responsibilities

  • Work on Linux kernel and drivers for ChromeOS.
  • Debug system level bugs by diving into logs and crashes, uncovering the root causes of customer issues and driving solutions to enhance the user experience.
  • Collaborate with technology teams to bring cutting-edge SoC power solutions to life, enabling peak performance and efficiency.
  • Design innovative tools and services that pinpoint and resolve kernel and application bottlenecks.
  • Contribute to the open-source community by upstreaming kernel patches, ensuring the stability and security of ChromeOS for all users.
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$136.0K - $200.0K/yr (Outscal est.)
$168.0K/yr avg.
San Jose, California, United States

About The Company

A problem isn't truly solved until it's solved for all. Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. Bring your insight, imagination and a healthy disregard for the impossible. Bring everything that makes you unique. Together, we can build for everyone.

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