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Be part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team thats setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About This Role:

The Crusoe Cloud Software Development team is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Software Engineer specializing in Linux Kernel and Driver Development. This role is critical in the design, development, and maintenance of kernel-level drivers and software for our cutting-edge technology products. A deep understanding of Linux kernel internals is essential for developing reliable, high-performance systems supporting our innovative hardware and software solutions. This is a full-time position.

What Youll Be Working On:

• Linux Kernel Development: Develop and maintain Linux kernel modules, including device drivers, to support new hardware and enhance existing functionality. Design and implement efficient drivers for various hardware devices and optimize existing drivers for performance and reliability.

• System-Level Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex system issues at the kernel level. Work closely with hardware teams to debug and resolve hardware-software integration issues.

• Performance Analysis: Analyze and enhance system performance, focusing on kernel optimization, memory management, and process scheduling.

• Code Review and Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure the highest level of software quality. Implement best practices for kernel development and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other engineering teams, including hardware, software, and QA, to ensure cohesive and integrated product development.

• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving.

• Hypervisor Focus: Focus on development, testing, and debugging all aspects of the Linux Kernel as it pertains to the hypervisor hardware and software stack.

• Hardware Understanding: Work closely with designers and architects to understand functional IP blocks and their use-cases.

• Debugging and Root-Cause Analysis: Debug and root-cause a variety of hardware and software issues.

What Youll Bring to the Team:

• Linux Kernel Expertise: Proven knowledge of Linux kernel internals (process scheduler, memory management, concurrency/synchronization, memory allocation, file systems) and profiling.

• Hardware Experience: Experience working with Smart NIC and DPU hardware (Nvidia CX6/7 and BF3). Experience with kernel bypass and hardware offloads.

• Debugging & Troubleshooting: Strong debugging skills in kernel context. Experience exercising/validation of systems from user space, and knowledge of user space APIs.

• Platform Experience: Experience porting/maintaining Linux distributions for a platform. Experience with kexec, kpatch, kdump.

• Technical Proficiency: Experienced C programmer.

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience with 3 years of low-level operating systems exposure.

• Safety and Compliance: Must be able to pass a background check.

• Company Values: Embody the Company values.

Bonus Points:

• Exposure to embedded Linux kernel development.

Benefits:

• Industry competitive pay

• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

• Employer contributions to HSA accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Teladoc

• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

• Cell phone reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Subscription to the Calm app

• MetLife Legal

• Company paid Commuter FSA benefit of $200 per month

Compensation:

Compensation will be paid in the range of $183,000 - $210,000. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.