X4 Group
Linux Kernel Engineer – 12-Month Contract | Remote Working | Outside IR35 | High Daily Rate
We are seeking an experienced Linux Kernel Engineer with a proven track record of contributing to the Linux mainline through upstream open-source development.
This is a unique opportunity to join one of the world's leading semiconductor organisations, working at the forefront of embedded Linux innovation and next-generation hardware platforms.
What You'll Be Doing
- Developing and enhancing Linux kernel functionality for cutting-edge semiconductor technologies.
- Contributing code directly to the Linux mainline and engaging with the upstream open-source community.
- Working closely with platform, firmware, and hardware engineering teams to deliver high-performance solutions.
- Driving kernel optimisation, debugging, and feature development across complex embedded systems.
- Gaining hands-on exposure to the latest Yocto Project releases and modern embedded Linux toolchains.
What We're Looking For
- Strong Linux Kernel development experience.
- Driver development including writing drivers from scratch and backporting drivers.
- Demonstrable upstream contributions accepted into the Linux mainline.
- Deep understanding of device drivers, kernel subsystems, and embedded Linux architectures.
- Experience working within open-source communities and development processes.
- Knowledge of Yocto and embedded Linux build systems.
What's On Offer
- High-paying 12-month (initial) contract.
- Outside IR35 engagement.
- Opportunity to work with one of the world's most respected semiconductor companies.
- Exposure to the latest Yocto releases and cutting-edge embedded Linux technologies.
- Long-term project pipeline with highly technical engineering teams.
If you're passionate about Linux kernel development and want to work on technology that shapes the future of computing, we'd love to hear from you.
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