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Highly specialized kernel and security expertise at senior level reduces applicant density.
Deep embedded kernel and hardware security requirements make background transferability low.
Mandatory 10+ years, deep kernel/security skills and certifications imply strict technical filters.
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Lead architecture and development of secure, reliable, and high-performance Linux kernel, boot loader, and user-space middleware components.
Design and implement critical security features including secure boot, Linux kernel security modules, and hardware-backed key management protocols.
Define and drive platform CI/CD pipelines, perform threat modeling, secure design reviews, and mentor senior engineers.
10+ years of professional experience in systems/embedded/platform engineering with technical leadership experience.
Expertise in C/C++ for systems-level development and deep knowledge of Linux kernel internals in at least two areas such as device drivers, memory management, scheduler, networking stack, filesystems, or security modules.
Hands-on experience with boot loader development and customization including secure boot and measured boot processes.
Strong understanding of security protocols (TLS/IPsec), cryptography (X.509/PKI), and hardware-backed security mechanisms like HSM/TPM.
Proven track record of ownership in architecture/design documents and production-quality platform software delivery.
Experience working with embedded Linux build systems and distributions such as Yocto, Buildroot, or enterprise packaging (Deb/RPM).
Technical mentor capable of collaborating across cross-functional teams including design, DevOps, product, and QA to achieve performance and certification goals.