Lead architecture and design of Linux kernel components including filesystems, memory management, networking, and I/O subsystems
Drive performance optimization, scalability improvements, and reliability across the storage stack
Debug and resolve complex kernel-level issues including system crashes, memory corruption, and performance bottlenecks
Provide technical leadership through design reviews, mentoring, and establishing engineering best practices
Collaborate across storage, networking, firmware, and hardware teams to deliver integrated solutions
Engage with upstream open-source communities and contribute patches and reviews
Lead root-cause analysis and resolution of critical customer issues and escalations
Define and influence long-term architectural direction for HPE storage platforms

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
8–12+ years of experience in systems or kernel-level software development
Expert-level proficiency in C programming
Deep expertise in Linux kernel internals (memory management, filesystems, networking)
Strong experience debugging kernel using tools such as crash, perf, ftrace
Experience with distributed systems or storage platforms
Proven technical leadership and ability to influence architecture and cross-functional teams
Strong collaboration and communication skills within global engineering organizations

Health & Wellbeing: comprehensive suite of benefits to support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
Personal & Professional Development: specific programs to help reach career goals
Unconditional Inclusion: diverse and inclusive work culture

Principal Linux Kernel Developer

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