Linux Kernel Consultant

November 19

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Collabora

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Open Source • Software Development • Consulting

Collabora is a company deeply rooted in the Open Source ecosystem, providing a wide range of services that include integrating, optimizing, and maintaining open source software. They are actively involved in projects such as the Linux Kernel, graphics, multimedia, machine learning, and extended reality (XR), with a strong focus on contributing to open source communities. They also specialize in putting LibreOffice in the Cloud and offer their expertise in open source software across various industries, including automotive and digital TV. Collabora's mission is to help clients navigate and adopt open source solutions as a foundational approach to innovation in technology.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2005

📋 Description

• Ship kernel code that runs on millions of devices worldwide • Contribute directly to mainline Linux kernel development: schedulers, power management, device drivers and core subsystems • Support and optimise Linux for extremely popular consumer devices used by millions of people • Make Linux do things it can't currently do • Work with upstream maintainers and represent Collabora at conferences • Translate customer needs into technical solutions while advocating for upstream-first approaches • Balance technical excellence with real-world pressures: customer deadlines, hardware limitations, business priorities, while keeping code quality high • Explain complex kernel decisions to product teams and provide honest timelines • Share knowledge with the team and help shape our kernel engineering practices

🎯 Requirements

• 3+ years of Linux kernel development experience • Strong C programming skills and deep understanding of kernel internals • Proven debugging abilities - you can diagnose issues from vague bug reports and limited reproduction steps • Communication skills - good English language skills both spoken and written for patch reviews, documentation and client discussions • Self-directed work style - you thrive in a remote, asynchronous environment

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and location • Office setup budget • Sabbatical/Retention of Services - after five years continuous service • Co-working policy - support for working outside home • Wellness assessments - biannual well-being assessments with a trained mental health specialist • Conference attendance -we cover expenses and encourage speaking opportunities • Open source time - contribute to projects you care about