Associate Linux Kernel Engineer

November 6

🏄 California – Remote

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⏰ Full Time

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Cornelis Networks

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Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Enterprise

Cornelis Networks is a leading provider of intelligent, scalable, high-performance interconnects designed for AI applications. The company specializes in delivering end-to-end purpose-built high-performance fabrics to commercial, scientific, academic, and government organizations. Cornelis Networks’ solutions are aimed at enhancing performance, scalability, and efficiency across hyperscale, cloud AI, and on-premises AI/HPC environments. Their offerings are known for scalable architecture, high bandwidth solutions, and universal compatibility with accelerators and GPUs. Originating as an Intel spin-off, the company is positioned to challenge existing technologies like InfiniBand and Ethernet, providing advanced interconnects that power modern AI infrastructure.

51 - 200 employees

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

🔧 Hardware

🏢 Enterprise

💰 $29M Series B on 2022-11

📋 Description

• Design and develop high-performance kernel drivers and user-space libraries for our networking hardware. • Build and optimize networking protocols at L2 (Ethernet), L3 (IP), and L4 (TCP/UDP) layers, tailored for AI/ML workloads. • Leverage DPDK (Data Plane Development Kit) to create exceptionally fast packet processing pipelines that bypass the kernel for maximum throughput and minimal latency. • Conduct deep-dive performance analysis and software optimization across the entire stack, identifying and eliminating bottlenecks. • Collaborate with the hardware team to influence ASIC design and ensure software/hardware co-design principles are met. • Develop robust testing, validation, and debugging tools for our networking stack. • Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement, and collaborative problem-solving.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. • Proven experience in low-level systems programming with C/C++. • Strong understanding of Linux kernel driver development and internal architecture. • Hands-on experience with DPDK or similar user-space networking frameworks (e.g., VPP, XDP). • Deep knowledge of networking fundamentals and L2, L3, and L4 protocols. • Demonstrated experience in software optimization, profiling, and performance tuning. • A self-motivated and proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced startup culture.

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision coverage • Disability and life insurance • Dependent care flexible spending account • Accidental injury insurance • Pet insurance • Generous paid holidays • 401(k) with company match • Open Time Off (OTO) for regular full-time exempt employees • Sick time • Bonding leave • Pregnancy disability leave