Sr. Linux Kernel Engineer

Job Details: Job Description: Come join our team of collaborative Linux kernel developers and maintainers. The Linux System Engineering team is responsible for enabling the Intel roadmap by leveraging our Linux kernel expertise to drive Intel optimized system software for the Linux ecosystem. The Linux System Engineering team is looking for a Senior Linux Kernel Developer responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the core Linux kernel, device drivers, and low-level system software for bare metal and virtualized use cases. This role requires deep technical expertise in Linux kernel internals, excellent collaboration skills, a proven track record of upstream Linux kernel contributions, and experience with complex, performance-critical systems. We value diverse perspectives and believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen our technical solutions. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members can contribute their best work. If you're passionate about Linux kernel development and meet most of our qualifications, we'd love to hear from you. What we offer Inclusive team culture with employee resource groups Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance support Opportunities to expand expertise across different kernel subsystems Support for conference attendance, training, and skill development Mentorship opportunities both as a mentor and mentee Career growth support and clear advancement paths Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Collaborative environment which contributes directly to the improvement of the upstream Linux kernel project Key Responsibilities Development & Engineering Design, develop, and maintain Linux kernel features, subsystems, and device drivers Optimize kernel performance for specific hardware platforms and use cases Debug complex kernel issues including crashes, deadlocks, and performance bottlenecks Port and adapt kernel code for new hardware architectures and platforms Technical Leadership Share technical knowledge and provide mentorship to team members at all levels Conduct code reviews both internally and on public mailing lists and ensure adherence to Linux kernel coding standards and quality Collaborate with software and hardware teams on specifications and requirements Collaborate internally and externally to drive upstream able system software solutions for our Linux customers Participate in architectural decisions for system-level software design The candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detail-oriented with strong debugging and troubleshooting skills Strong commitment to improving the Linux kernel project and healthy open-source development environments Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications The candidate should have at least one of the following: Bachelor’s Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, plus 8+ years of experience. Master’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, plus 6+ years of experience. PHD Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, plus 4+ years of experience. The experience listed above should be in the following: Linux kernel development experience. Experience contributing to upstream Linux kernel or major distributions. Experience collaborating with geographically distributed teams across multiple time zones. Preferred Qualifications 10+ years of Linux kernel development experience Contributions to multiple kernel subsystems Experience mentoring or leading technical teams Experience or strong interest in the areas of Intel Architecture, memory management, virtualization, performance and scalability, I/O or device drivers. Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Additional Locations: Business group: The Software Team drives customer value by enabling differentiated experiences through leadership AI technologies and foundational software stacks, products, and services. The group is responsible for developing the holistic strategy for client and data center software in collaboration with OSVs, ISVs, developers, partners and OEMs. The group delivers specialized NPU IP to enable the AI PC and GPU IP to support all of Intel's market segments. The group also has HW and SW engineering experts responsible for delivering IP, SOCs, runtimes, and platforms to support the CPU and GPU/accelerator roadmap, inclusive of integrated and discrete graphics. Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel . Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $201,580.00-284,580.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation 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 compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Work Model for this Role This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.