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System Software Lead - Linux Kernels

Bangalore, IndiaFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22

Core

Lead architecture, development, debugging, and delivery of Linux kernel and low-level system software for AMD server, embedded, and AI platforms.

Role type

Senior IC system software lead (Linux kernel)

Builds

Linux kernel drivers, subsystem enhancements, and platform I/O enablement (PCIe, CXL, Ethernet, IOMMU, DMA)

Domain

Semiconductor / System Software / Linux Kernel

Required skills

Linux kernel internals, C programming, PCIe, CXL, Ethernet, IOMMU, DMA Framework, debugging, x86 architecture, Git

Preferred skills

Virtualization (KVM, Xen, Hyper-V), UEFI/BIOS, Windows kernel, ACPI, NUMA, RAS, open-source contributions

Technologies

Linux, C, PCIe, CXL, Ethernet, IOMMU, DMA, Git, KVM, Xen, Hyper-V, UEFI, BIOS, ACPI, NUMA, RAS

Responsibilities

Lead architecture and design of Linux kernel solutions; Develop and maintain low-level platform software; Investigate complex system-level issues; Mentor engineers and conduct code reviews; Drive technical direction for platform software initiatives

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC