This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Linux Kernel Engineer - Ubuntu based in India.
This is a senior technical leadership prospect focused on shaping the architecture, development, and delivery of a large-scale Linux kernel platform.
You will lead critical initiatives spanning performance, security, reliability, packaging, and hardware enablement.
The role combines deep kernel engineering expertise with the ability to guide engineers and coordinate complex initiatives across teams.
You will work closely with silicon and cloud partners to deliver optimized solutions for demanding platforms and workloads.
Your technical leadership will help strengthen kernel quality, address vulnerabilities, and improve performance and correctness.
The position is ideal for an experienced systems engineer who enjoys solving low-level problems while influencing technical direction.
You will operate in a globally distributed environment with strong emphasis on open-source engineering, autonomy,



collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Accountabilities:
Set technical direction and lead the delivery of a team of junior and mid-career engineers working on key areas of the Linux kernel and distribution.
Lead architecture, implementation, and ongoing delivery initiatives across kernel performance, correctness, security, packaging, and large-scale distribution.
Drive technical engagements with silicon and cloud partners to develop and deliver optimal solutions for their platforms.
Lead efforts to mitigate common vulnerabilities and exposures while driving proactive kernel hardening and security improvements.
Architect and implement enhancements that improve Linux kernel performance, reliability, scalability, and correctness.
Develop and improve approaches for packaging and distributing complex third-party components to provide a reliable experience for end users.
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📌 Lead Linux Kernel Engineer (India)
🏢 Jobgether
📍 India