Software Engineer- Linux Platform/Operating Systems Development

Software Engineer- Linux Platform/Operating Systems Development

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Opus Resourcing Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Develop and enhance Linux operating systems and contribute to open-source projects.
  • Company: Leading European tech firm specialising in secure video communications.
  • Benefits: Flexible remote work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Exciting career prospects in a highly engineering-focused environment.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of Linux technology.
  • Qualifications: Strong Linux experience and skills in C, Python, or Rust required.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

Software Engineer - Linux Platform/Operating Systems Development with hands-on low-level software engineering role focused on Linux operating systems development, Linux distributions, open-source technologies, virtualisation, containers and the ongoing development of their internal Linux-based OS platform is required by a world-leading European secure video communications technology company within a highly engineering-led platform team.

The role is open at Software Engineer and Senior Software Engineer level.

Remote role within the UK or hybrid from Reading with occasional travel to Reading.

Key skills required for the Software Engineer - Linux Platform/Operating Systems Development Strong experience with Linux operating systems, Linux distributions and operating system fundamentals.

Experience maintaining, developing or extending Linux-based platforms or distributions.

A proven track record of open-source contributions, ideally across Linux distributions, systems tooling, package management or platform-level projects.

Solid low-level software engineering experience, with an understanding of how systems behave close to the OS layer, and Linux Kernel Experience debugging software written in languages such as C, Python or Rust Good knowledge of computer networking fundamentals.

Experience using Python to automate system administration tasks ...

Software Engineer- Linux Platform/Operating Systems Development employer: Opus Resourcing Ltd

Join a world-leading European secure video communications technology company that prioritises innovation and engineering excellence. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to continuous learning opportunities and the chance to work with cutting-edge open-source technologies in a collaborative and supportive environment. Enjoy the flexibility of remote or hybrid working arrangements from Reading, along with occasional travel, making this an ideal role for those seeking a meaningful and rewarding career in software engineering.

Opus Resourcing Ltd

Contact Details:

Opus Resourcing Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Software Engineer- Linux Platform/Operating Systems Development

Linux Operating Systems
Linux Distributions
Open-Source Contributions
Low-Level Software Engineering
Linux Kernel
C Programming
Python Programming