Kernel jobs in San Francisco, CA

Sr. Systems Software Engineer - Kernel/ OS Virtualization

Palo Alto, California

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Today

Senior Systems Software Engineer Kernel, Virtualization, and Hardware Enablement About the Position A high-performance systems engineering team is seeking a senior-level engineer to work on complex platform-level software and hardware enablement initiatives. This role involves contributing across the full software stack, from early boot stages through kernel and system-level configuration, while collaborating with globally distributed engineering teams and external partners. The position requir

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Full-time

USD170000 - USD200000 per annum

Agent Engineer (Agentic AI / LLM Systems)

Palo Alto, California

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Today

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. You will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan, and take action across enterprise tools unlocking new levels of automation and productivity. Role Summary: Design and deliver agentic AI systems that operate across enterprise workflows. This role focuses on building autonomous and semi-autonomous systems using LLMs, including tool orchestration, memory, and multi

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Contract, Third Party

$70

Senior Windows Sustaining Engineer (Kernel/Mode Development)

Remote

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15d ago

We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent full-time role Fully Remote A prestigious company is looking for a Senior Windows Sustaining Engineer. This engineer will focus on kernel-mode and user-mode code development. This role requires experience with the following: C++, Win32 APIS, NT kernel internals, Windows NT, Rust, and SQL statements. Responsibilities: Develops prototypes for new featuresContributes to functional specifications and project plans for new product featuresWrites high qu

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Full-time

$180,000 - $220,000

FPGA Logic Designer High-Speed Interfaces (Software Focus)

San Francisco, California

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Today

FPGA Logic Designer High-Speed Interfaces (Software Focus) Bay Area, California (On-site/Hybrid) Long-Term Contract Role Overview We are looking for a Systems/Software Engineer with strong exposure to high-speed communication systems and server-level architectures. This role bridges hardware and software, focusing on system-level integration, debugging, and performance optimization of PCIe-based and high-speed interconnect solutions. Core Technical Requirements Strong understanding of PCIe proto

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Contract, Third Party

Depends on Experience

C++ Coder - Windows NT Internals - Kernel mode / User mode - Develop Security Products

Remote

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Yesterday

NO SPONSORSHIP - NO OPT Senior Windows Sustaining Engineer - C++ kernel Mode / User Mode Development SALARY: $180k-220k, 10% bonus, and pre IPO stock. LOCATION: remote SELLING POINTS: kernel mode and user mode code development write code that transforms messages possesses data interfaces and components in different languages and interacts with APIs high-quality code in C++ windbg in both user mode and kernel mode identify bottlenecks in windows performance analyzer experience in Rust or desire t

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Full-time

$180,000 - $220,000

Senior Engineer - Linux Kernel

Remote or Austin, Texas

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Today

Senior Engineer - Linux Kernel Location: Austin, TX (Remote) About The Opportunity The Senior Engineer - Systems (Kernel Sustaining) provides technical expertise and leadership for maintaining Linux kernel components, drivers, and subsystems. Senior Engineers work independently on complex kernel issues, address CVE vulnerabilities, and mentor junior engineers in kernel development. In your daily job you will: Development & Implementation Maintain Linux kernel components, drivers, and subsystems

Full-time

Senior Linux Platform Engineer

San Mateo, California

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Today

Location: San Mateo, CA Salary: $140,000.00 USD Annually - $165,000.00 USD Annually Description: Job Title: Platform Engineer - Operating Systems and Patch Management Type: Full Time Location: San Mateo - Hybrid Job Description Our client is seeking a Platform Engineer to design, build, and maintain secure and reliable operating system platforms across Linux and Windows environments. This role is responsible for operating system patch management, image creation, package curation, and val

Full-time

USD 140,000.00 - 165,000.00 per year

Senior Engineer 2: Inference Optimizations

San Francisco, California

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Today

Dive in and do the best work of your career at DigitalOcean. Journey alongside a strong community of top talent who are relentless in their drive to build the simplest scalable cloud. If you have a growth mindset, naturally like to think big and bold, and are energized by the fast-paced environment of a true industry disruptor, you'll find your place here. We value winning together-while learning, having fun, and making a profound difference for the dreamers and builders in the world. DigitalOce

Full-time

USD 167,200.00 - 209,000.00 per year

Software Engineer - Onboard Platform/High Level OS

Remote or Palo Alto, California

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Software Engineer Onboard Platform/High Level OS Meet the team: The Onboard Platform - High Level OS team is an embedded software team which is responsible for managing OS bring-up and maintenance including but not limited to kernel/device tree, rootfs, runtime configs, firmware, secure-world interfaces, and secure boot for onboard/secondary systems. What you ll do: Produce, test, and maintain Board Support Packages for a variety of platformsDevelop and maintain Linux kernel modulesImplement se

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Full-time

USD70 - USD90 per hour

Senior Anti-Cheat Engineer, ARM64

Redwood City, California

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Today

Description & Requirements Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen. EA Security Location: Hybrid and Possibly Remote work options available across most North America locations Join the SPEAR (Secure Product Engineerin

Full-time

USD 138,400.00 - 211,700.00 per year

Firmware & Embedded Linux OS Developer

Remote

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Today

**NO 3rd Parties or Sponsorship! Role Title: Firmware & Embedded Linux OS Developer Duration: 6 months to start Preferred Location: Midwest Role Description: The Firmware & Embedded Linux OS Development, Maintenance & Support Engineer will be a key member of the Connected Devices/Connected Services engineering ecosystem, partnering closely with the System Engineering/Architecture function and the Lead Embedded Firmware Engineer. This role is accountable for building, maintaining, and supporti

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Depends on Experience

AI Architect

Remote

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Today

Key Responsibilities Design and implement GenAI solution architectures using enterpriseapproved LLMs and cloud platformsSupport use cases such as document processing, summarization, Q&A, copilots, and workflow augmentationDefine reference architectures for GenAI components (LLMs, vector stores, APIs, orchestration layers)Collaborate with engineers to integrate GenAI services into existing applications and data platformsAssist with prompt engineering, evaluation, and optimization for reliability

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$60 - $70

SAP Basis

Remote

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3d ago

Client - Accenture Role - SAP Basis Client - Note Must-Have skills for the role: Comfortable in a client-facing role with strong written and verbal communication skills, paramount in a remote role. Experience with SAP Basis system administration and troubleshooting (RCA determination) including: Installation, configuration, and upgrade of SAP systems experience with one of more of: S/4HANA, GTS, MDG, GRC, Cloud Connector, BODS, BOBJ, Solution Manager, and SLT Client administration (copy, export

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Full-time, Third Party

55 - 70

AI Architect (Agentic Platform) - Remote

Remote

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Today

Role:- AI Architect (Agentic Platform) Location:- Remote Full Time Job Description:- Must Have Technical/Functional Skills: Agentic Platform Architecture, Agent Design Patterns, Agent tools and Technologies certifications. Langchain, Llamaindex, Agentcore/ADK/Symantic Kernel, Bedrock platform, Azure AI, AWS/Azure Cloud Certification for services, Digital Frontend development experience React and middleware skills: C# and Python, Strong Devops skills, API registry skills Active thinker

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Full-time

Copilot Engineers

Remote or Hybrid in Atlanta, Georgia

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7d ago

We are looking for Copilot Engineers with hands-on experience in AI agent development. JD below: Strong hands-on experience building AI agents/copilotsin production or advanced prototypes (not just prompt writing).Proven ability to work independently:self-driven, proactive, and able to operate with ambiguity.SME-level ownership: can think through multiple approaches, tradeoffs, constraints, and execute the best path.Experience withagent frameworks and orchestration, such as:LangChain / LangGrap

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Depends on Experience

EDA/HPC Architect

Remote

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9d ago

Location:US remote (travel to Malaysia is required once per quarter - travel will be funded by the client) Duration: 6+ Months Key Responsibilities lInfrastructure Design:Architect high-performance, scalable clusters tailored for RTL simulation, logic synthesis, and physical design workloads. lTool Optimization:Experience working with CAD teams to tune infrastructure for peak performance of industry-standard tools likeSynopsys IC Compiler II/Fusion CompilerandCadence Virtuoso/Innovus. lStorage &

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Depends on Experience

AI Architect

Remote

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9d ago

Job Title: AI Architect Work Location : Dayton, OH 45402 Remote Contract duration: 12 months Job Description. Key Responsibilities Design and implement GenAI solution architectures using enterpriseapproved LLMs and cloud platforms Support use cases such as document processing, summarization, Q&A, copilots, and workflow augmentation Define reference architectures for GenAI components (LLMs, vector stores, APIs, orchestration layers) Collaborate with engineers to integrate GenAI services into ex

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Senior Source-Code Reviewer (Patent Litigation) Part-Time

Remote

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Yesterday

Senior Source-Code Reviewer (Patent Litigation) Part-Time Location: Remote / Austin, TX Type: Part-Time (Project-Based) Key Responsibilities Deep Dive Code Review: Analyze complex codebases, focusing on firmware, drivers, and kernel-level C/C++. Hardware/Software Correlation: Review RTL (Verilog/SystemVerilog) and hardware schematics to map physical hardware behaviors (power rails, clocking, interfaces) to software execution. Litigation Analysis: Identify and document specific code modules and

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Part-time

Depends on Experience

Linux Engineer -Systems

Remote or Austin, Texas

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Today

Linux Engineer -Systems Location: Austin, TX (Remote) ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY The Engineer - Systems is an individual contributor role that develops and maintains embedded Linux systems software. Engineers work as part of a team to implement features, fix bugs, and contribute to the overall quality and functionality of Wind River's embedded Linux platforms and tools. In your daily job you will: Development & Implementation Develop and maintain embedded Linux systems software Implement features, bu

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Senior Software Developer

Remote

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Yesterday

Security Clearance:TS/SCI Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developerwith strong expertise in offensive capability development and advanced Windows-based systems. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing sophisticated tools and capabilities to support cyber operations, with a focus on performance, security, and innovation. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain advanced software solutions for cyber operations Develop offensive capabilities for

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75 - 85

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