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About this opportunity

Unlock Your Potential with Ericsson: Senior Linux Software Engineer Opportunity!

At Ericsson, we're driving innovation with a dedicated team responsible for a cutting-edge Yocto-based Linux distribution. We're on the hunt for seasoned Linux software engineers who are passionate about making a mark in the Linux ecosystem. If you have proven expertise in Yocto and a robust background in the Linux kernel, we want you to be part of our exciting mission.

Your Impact as a Senior Linux Software Engineer, you'll be at the heart of delivering high-quality solutions within Ericsson and contributing to key open-source projects that shape the future.

Whether you're in Sweden, Ireland, Finland, or the United States, your contributions matter more than your location.

What you will do

• Lead & Innovate: Drive strategic initiatives within upstream Linux kernel & Yocto communities, amplifying Ericsson's presence.
• Develop & Enhance: Implement and maintain Linux kernel extensions, from Ericsson-written modules to performance optimizations.
• Collaborate & Contribute: Work hand-in-hand with users to refine kernel performance and support technical staff using our distribution.
• Explore & Expand: Dive into other FOSS projects like U-Boot, ATF, GLIBC, and push the boundaries of embedded systems.
• Test & Perfect: Ensure our distribution is robust and reliable through rigorous testing and prototyping.

The skills you bring

Bring your skills to a place where they’ll be appreciated and expanded. Ideal candidates will have:

• Educational Excellence: M.S. in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Kernel Mastery: Proven experience in Linux kernel development with a track record of contributions (please provide patch submissions).
• Open Source Advocate: Familiarity with community norms and behaviors.
• Programming Proficiency: Expertise in C, C++, and Rust.
• Yocto Enthusiast: Experience with Yocto and its community.
• Silicon Pioneer: Experience in new silicon introduction within embedded Linux environments.
• Communication Champion: Strong skills to articulate ideas and collaborate effectively.