Ireland Remote (Country)

Red Hat is hiring a Senior Software Engineer - Automotive Kernel Linux Engineering (Ireland)

About the Role

Join a team dedicated to advancing Linux kernel technology for automotive and industrial use cases. In this role, you'll focus on enabling new Arm-based hardware platforms and integrating them into a secure, real-time In-Vehicle Operating System. Your work will directly impact the reliability, performance, and functional safety of embedded solutions deployed in demanding environments.

What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with engineers, platform vendors, and automotive partners to define and implement kernel configurations
  • Engage with the upstream Linux community by submitting patches and maintaining kernel stability
  • Backport critical fixes and features to supported system releases
  • Develop and maintain kernel packages across multiple platforms
  • Support functional safety practices by evaluating kernel behavior and system integration
  • Work closely with engineering, quality assurance, product, and documentation teams to deliver robust solutions
  • Debug low-level boot and driver issues across diverse embedded environments

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong background in Linux kernel development, including device drivers and board bring-up
  • Experience with boot optimization, Device Tree, and ACPI on embedded systems
  • Proficiency with Git and upstream contribution workflows
  • Familiarity with containerization tools such as Podman in Linux environments
  • Hands-on experience with Android, its build system, and Android Automotive
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a small team setting
  • Understanding of embedded ecosystems and distribution kernel maintenance

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of Arm processor boot sequences
  • Experience working with chipmakers, automotive OEMs, or tier 1 suppliers
  • Background in functional safety standards
  • Experience with PREEMPT_RT, network drivers, or bootloaders like UBOOT, grub, or UEFI
  • Familiarity with Fedora, CentOS, or RHEL environments

Our Environment

This role supports flexible work arrangements—fully remote, office-flex, or in-office—based on team needs. We foster an open, inclusive culture rooted in open source values, where diverse perspectives drive innovation. We are committed to equal opportunity and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Required Skills
Linux kernelArm platformsPodmanAndroidAndroid AutomotiveLinux device driversDevice TreeACPIGitLinux distributionscontainerizationboard bring-upkernel boot optimizationcontainer runtimesLinux environment Linux kernelArm platformsPodmanAndroidAndroid AutomotiveDevice TreeACPIGitLinux device driversEmbedded systemsContainerizationBoard bring-upKernel boot optimization
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Category embedded
Posted a month ago