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Senior Software Engineer - Linux Kernel

full-time 5–10 Years Experience Bengaluru Posted 04 March 2026

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Employment
full-time
Experience
5–10 Years Experience
Location
Bengaluru
Category
Software Engineering
Date Posted
04 March 2026
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About the Role

As a Senior Software Engineer focusing on the Linux Kernel at Red Hat, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing Linux kernel subsystems for enterprise-grade distributions such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). You will work on debugging complex kernel issues, optimizing performance, and contributing upstream patches to the open-source Linux kernel community. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure kernel stability, scalability, and security across diverse hardware and cloud platforms. You will also participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and help drive architectural decisions for kernel-related projects.

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