





Tier-1 brand plus a common Program Manager title but senior, niche Linux/Android specialization reduces applicant density.
Role requires specialized Linux/kernel/Android upstream experience, making skills less transferable across industries.
Explicit senior years plus deep kernel/Android/upstream technical requirements and branch/CI expertise tighten filters.
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Own end-to-end program management and execution for Compute software platforms including Linux, Android, ChromeOS, and downstream Linux distributions.
Coordinate and drive platform alignment across Linux mainline, Android kernels, ChromeOS components, and ensure upstream-first development models.
Manage upstreaming strategy, branch lifecycle, Linux distribution enablement, quality/testing automation, and risk/stakeholder management for Compute platforms across client, edge, and long-lifecycle products.
10–15+ years of experience in Linux, Kernel, Android, ChromeOS, or Open-Source ecosystems with senior program or technical leadership roles.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
2+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
Strong technical knowledge required in upstream Linux development, kernel branching, long-term support strategies, Compute Linux platforms, Android/ChromeOS integration, and Linux distributions (Yocto/OpenEmbedded, Debian, Ubuntu).
Experienced leader capable of driving large-scale, cross-functional engineering program execution in complex open-source software ecosystems.
Deep understanding of multi-OS platform development and integration including upstream Linux, Android, and ChromeOS workflows and development models.
Strategic operator skilled at coordinating diverse teams across hardware, OS platforms, and product stakeholders to ensure scalable, Linux-first compute product delivery.