Full-Time
Linux Kernel Developer
Core Kernel
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Collabora
51-200 employees
Consultancy for Open Source software solutions
Mid, Senior
Remote in UK
- Linux kernel and kernel module development
- Linux experience in one or more of the following areas: schedulers, real-time, filesystems, block layer, memory management, system call interfaces, architecture-specific code (x86, ARM, RISC-V), virtio, etc.
- Good understanding of debugging mechanisms in the Linux kernel (ftrace, kdump, ktraces, ...)
- Understanding of open source development methodology and practices as well as prior experience/contributions with/to the upstream Linux kernel community
- Diligence and focus to drive development and upstream discussions that may last multiple months
- Exposure to Continuous Integration environments (GitLab, kernelci.org...) is a plus
- Self learning skill to get sufficient knowledge of Collabora's services, business model, project delivery life cycle and related technical domains
- Good English language skills (both verbal and written)
- Ability to work and communicate in an online fully distributed environment
- Discuss Linux core system technologies with clients and represent Collabora at conferences and trade shows to demonstrate and promote our leadership in the open source arena
- Analyze client problems and design solutions leveraging open source technologies and Collabora's technical expertise
- Define and scope client projects in collaboration with the delivery team
- Contribute publicly to open source projects to further strengthen Collabora's technical leadership
- Gain working knowledge of customers’ products, applications, technical and business strengths and target markets
- Understand client needs and reconciling time constraints, available technologies and resources, and open source best practices
Collabora specializes in helping businesses utilize Open Source software effectively. They assist clients in developing tailored solutions, whether it involves writing code or creating long-term software strategies. By leveraging community-driven Open Source projects and reusing existing components, Collabora helps clients speed up their product development and enhance their unique offerings. Founded in 2005, the company has been a leader in Open Source technology, contributing to major projects like the Linux Kernel and LibreOffice, which are used in millions of devices globally. Their team of nearly 100 engineers and developers are passionate Open Source contributors, actively participating in the development and maintenance of various projects. Collabora's goal is to guide organizations in adopting Open Source technologies, integrating these methodologies into their operations, and contributing back to the community.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Founded
2005
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Collabora's collaboration with MediaTek enhances its IoT Edge AI capabilities.
- The GitLab-CI pipeline introduction improves software reliability for Collabora's clients.
- NVK graphics driver conformance with Vulkan 1.0 boosts Collabora's graphics industry credibility.
What critics are saying
- Dependence on open-source projects may limit proprietary innovation opportunities.
- Collabora's niche focus might restrict market expansion beyond current industries.
- Rapid technological changes in open-source could challenge Collabora's adaptation speed.
What makes Collabora unique
- Collabora specializes in open-source software for automotive, OEM, and digital TV industries.
- The company offers comprehensive services from planning to training in open-source projects.
- Collabora's engineers are active contributors to major open-source projects globally.
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