Senior/Principal Linux Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Construct, patch, and test userspace packages within the Rocky Linux from CIQ operating system.

• Enhance tools and automation for the package-building workflow.

• Comprehend and address CVEs in RPM packages delivered to clients.

• Tailor, optimize, and develop packages to elevate the customer experience.

• Establish testing protocols for specific software and the overall system.

• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, open-source community, and sales teams to create relevant solutions.

• Engage in architecture-level discussions, planning, and execution.

• Document projects to share insights and ease user integration.

• Lead proofs of concept and minimum viable products for demonstration purposes.

• Create automated tests and utilize source control platforms such as GitHub/GitLab.

• Provide support services prior to launch through system design consulting, platform and framework development, capacity planning, and launch reviews.

• Deploy across standard server architectures, virtual machines, and cloud infrastructures.

⛳️ Requirements

• A solid understanding of Linux OS packaging, such as RPM or DEB.

• Experience with CVEs and their remediation for legacy code versions.

• Profound knowledge of Linux Operating System functionality, including interactions among various packages.

• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a remote team setting.

• Documented experience with Linux administration, Linux internals, Docker, Kubernetes, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools and processes.

• Familiarity with Ansible playbooks and/or DoD STIG/SCAP/RADIX processes.

• Proficient in: Bash, YAML, XML, JSON, REST APIs / OpenAPI, HTTP Get / Post.

• Acquainted with Python, GoLang, Kubernetes, and other engineering tools/technologies.

• Exhibit problem-solving, debugging, and effective communication skills.

• Adaptable to new challenges in a fast-paced startup environment utilizing agile methodologies.

• Possess a friendly, collaborative, humble, and honest demeanor, always aiming for improvement.

• Demonstrated work experience as a Linux Engineer, Linux Development Engineer, or Software Developer with a focus on the Linux OS.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting Linux and at least 2 years in building Linux Packages.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Flexible paid time off.

• Employee stock options.

• Remote work; no travel required for most positions.