Software Engineer L5 - Linux Kernel Developer
Description For Software Engineer L5 - Linux Kernel Developer
Netflix's Open Connect (OC) team is seeking a Linux Kernel Software Engineer to enhance and maintain cloud gaming edge appliances. As a critical group managing Netflix's content delivery network, OC delivers all streaming video, accounting for 15% of global internet downstream traffic. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge infrastructure, contributing to both cloud gaming and content delivery systems. The position involves kernel development, hardware optimization, and collaboration with open source communities. You'll work in a culture that values freedom to execute, continuous learning, and self-direction. The role offers competitive compensation ($100K-$620K), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to impact millions of users worldwide. The ideal candidate will have strong Linux kernel expertise, experience with upstream development, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities For Software Engineer L5 - Linux Kernel Developer
- Maintain kernel release, aligning closely with upstream and backporting necessary fixes
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to evaluate and enhance the performance and resilience of cloud gaming platforms
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to integrate and optimize new hardware systems
- Engage and contribute to open source communities including Linux and MESA
- Improve the testing processes for new features to ensure robustness and reliable performance
- Facilitate the upstreaming of internal patches to align with broader community standards and practices
Requirements For Software Engineer L5 - Linux Kernel Developer
- Linux Kernel development experience including upstream development
- Expertise in Linux kernel networking, namespaces, and good understanding of the Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) subsystems
- Expertise working with eBPF for telemetry, tooling, and debugging production issues
- Proven track record of debugging Linux kernel issues and supporting new hardware bring up
- Good understanding of the Linux kernel community
Benefits For Software Engineer L5 - Linux Kernel Developer
- Health Plans
- Mental Health support
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Stock Option Program
- Disability Programs
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Family-forming benefits
- Life and Serious Injury Benefits
- 35 days annual paid time off (for hourly employees)
- Flexible time off (for salaried employees)
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