Software Systems Engineer jobs in Portland, OR

Job#: 2023207

Job Description:

Our Client is Looking for a Linux focused Software Developer Engineer 3
Location: Fully Onsite in Hillsboro Oregon
Contract length: 18 months
Start date: 5/1/2024
Pay Range: $60 - $65 (depending on experience)

Typical Day in the Role
Purpose of the Team: This team develops a custom Linux operating system for validation purposes. They need support with general Linux and Kernel development activities.
Key projects: This role will contribute to supporting the team that is doing validation on individual projects. They support multiple projects and teams at the same time.
Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm: The role will consist of 20% meetings and 80% development.
Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition
What makes this role interesting? - This role provides the opportunity to be a part of a team developing an in-house custom Linux validation OS to support a Microsoft initiative.
Unique Selling Points: Working on developing Azure hardware products.
Candidate Requirements
Years of Experience Required: 5 to 7 overall years of experience in the field.
Degrees or certifications required: No degree is required to be eligible for this role, however a degree in computer science would be a bonus.
Disqualifiers: Candidates without significant Linux development experience will not be eligible for the role.
Best vs. Average: The candidate would have kernel memory management experience.
Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines and quality of work.
Top 3 Hard Skills Required Years of Experience
1. Minimum 5 years experience with Linux kernel module development.
2. Minimum 4 years experience with Linux compiler development experience.
3. Minimum 5 years experience with RPM or Debian package development and management.

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