Job Description:

Please reference position ID# 33748 when responding .

Kernel Software Engineer - Unix/Linux

Position Responsibilities:

We are looking for a candidate who has significant experience in developing system software solutions and an interest in data security and encryption. 

• Specify, design, and implement kernel and driver software
• Implement security product features that make best use of capabilities and efficiencies of kernel level operations
• Port and maintain drivers over a wide set of Unix/Linux platforms
• Perform research of relevant standards and technologies
• Develop unit and performance tests
• Work with the system test team to define test plans, troubleshoot and resolve software defects
• Characterize and resolve performance issues

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• 8+ years development experience on operating system kernel code such as memory management, unix file system internals
• Strong C/C++
• BSCS required, MSCS desired
• Extensive experience in designing and developing kernel/driver in a multi-processor environment
• Expert troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Experience with kernel debugger
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Self-directed; requires minimal supervision on work products
• Knowledgeable with the Intel/AMD, 32-bit and 64-bit architectures
• Willingness to proactively interact with the team and achieve results in a dynamic small company environment

Additional Experience Desired:

• Internals experience across multiple UNIX platforms (HP-UX, AIX, Solaris, Linux) is highly desirable
• Sockets and SOAP experience is a plus
• Familiarity with security software is a plus