Senior/Staff Systems Software Engineer – Linux Platform & Virtualization

1 Month ago • 7 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining Linux-based software, debugging and enhancing code, automating development and testing workflows, and participating in code reviews. The engineer will also maintain technical documentation, stay updated with Linux advancements, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution. The job requires strong knowledge of Linux subsystems and networking protocols, hands-on experience with virtual machines and container technologies, and proficiency in programming languages like C/C++ and Python. It also emphasizes collaboration and communication skills, requiring the engineer to work independently and as part of a team. The company encourages diversity and inclusion.
Must have:
  • 7+ years of experience as a Linux Developer or Software Engineer
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Python, or Shell scripting
  • Strong knowledge of Linux subsystems and networking protocols
  • Hands-on expertise with virtual machines (VMs)
  • Proficiency in container technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes
  • Exposure to common security protocols and their design
  • Hands-on experience with debugging and profiling tools
  • Familiarity with open-source development practices
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Job Details

Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions. They rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver unprecedented progress. With double-digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme.


Inclusion is one of our core values and in our DNA. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all our employees thrive because of their differences, not in spite of them.


Become part of Something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there’s no better time to join the Extreme team.


Responsbilities:
  • 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


Required Skills and 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 VirtualBox) and optimizing resource allocation and virtualization laye
  • 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.


Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR) creates effortless networking experiences that enable all of us to advance. We push the boundaries of technology leveraging the powers of machine learning, artificial intelligence, analytics, and automation. Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver progress like never before. For more information, visit Extreme's website or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.


We encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. Come Advance with us! In keeping with our values, no employee or applicant will face discrimination/harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination/harassment based on “protected categories,” Extreme Networks also strives to prevent other, subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (e.g., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our organization. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at Extreme Networks.

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