Linux Kernel Development Lead

2 days ago


Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines beBeeEngineering Full time $80,000 - $100,000
Software Engineering Manager Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a distributed team of software engineers in delivering high-quality Linux kernels for the Ubuntu distribution. As a Software Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and maintenance of Linux kernels, ensuring they meet the stringent quality control standards expected by the Ubuntu user community.

The successful candidate will have significant programming experience in C, with Python, Golang, or other like languages also highly regarded. They will also have substantial experience managing or leading a team of software engineers, as well as the ability to coordinate between multiple distinct teams of differing technical focus to achieve common goals.

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead a distributed team of software engineers in delivery of all Linux kernels for the Ubuntu Linux distribution
  • Take ownership of particular aspects of Ubuntu Linux, including working with silicon or cloud partners to implement Linux kernels optimised for their execution environments
  • Ensure Ubuntu Linux is able to run on a wide range of diverse hardware platforms
  • Mitigate the latest security threats and exploits to the Linux kernel
  • Define and execute stringent quality control standards expected by the Ubuntu user community
  • Develop strong process automation as it pertains to the build, test, and delivery of the Linux kernel
  • Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Significant programming experience in C, with Python, Golang, or other like languages highly regarded
  • Substantial experience managing or leading a team of software engineers
  • Ability to coordinate between multiple distinct teams of differing technical focus to achieve common goals
  • Familiarity with version control practices, ideally with git
  • Prior experience developing with software packaging formats, with direct Ubuntu/Debian/Snap experience highly regarded
  • Benefits:
  • Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
  • Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
  • Annual compensation review
  • Recognition rewards
  • Annual holiday leave
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
  • Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues


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