Linux Kernel Developer

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, build, and debug the Linux kernel, including analyzing trace and crash logs.
• Develop and maintain Linux block device drivers and contribute to block layer enhancements.
• Work on BSP (Board Support Package) development and porting for ARM-based platforms.
• Perform board bring-up activities on Linux and Android environments.
• Integrate and optimize Linux file systems (EXT4, F2FS).
• Configure and debug bootloaders such as U-Boot and Fastboot.
• Write automation scripts using Python, Perl, or PowerShell to support build, test, and debug processes.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams to ensure smooth integration and platform stability.
• Work with Linux open-source communities for patch submission and driver enhancement.
  

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Linux kernel configuration, building, and debugging (trace and crash logs).
• Hands-on experience with Linux block device driver development.
• Expertise in BSP development and porting on ARM platforms.
• Knowledge of Linux file systems (EXT4, F2FS).
• Experience with Linux bootloaders (U-Boot, Fastboot).
• Strong understanding of Linux block layer architecture.
• Proficiency in C programming and low-level debugging.
• Hands-on experience with the GNU toolchain and make system.
• Scripting experience in Python, Perl, and PowerShell.
• Solid understanding of Linux kernel source code and OS concepts.
  

Additional Skills (Good To Have)

• Knowledge of Flash Translation Layer (FTL) and its functionality.
• Experience with Linux NAND, MMC, SCSI, and UFS device drivers.
• Experience in NAND firmware development.
• Exposure to Android application development.
• Experience in testing and automation for Linux device drivers (test case creation, code coverage, unit test frameworks).
• Prior experience contributing to the Linux Open Source community (patch submission).
  

Preferred Qualification