Senior Engineer Linux BSP Yocto

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Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• CVE Management & Fixing:
  • Identify, analyze and patch CVEs in the Linux kernel and Free Opensource Packages.
  • Proactively monitor for security advisories and ensure vulnerabilities are addressed promptly.
  • Coordinate with the security team to prioritize vulnerabilities and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Understand CVE Detection Report and Execute Maintenance
• Linux Kernel Development & Maintenance:
  • Maintain and enhance kernel subsystems with a focus on security, performance, and reliability.
  • Kernel Major / Minor Version Upgradation
  • Assist in kernel configuration, debugging, and tuning for production environments.
  • Ensure compatibility and stability across various Linux distributions.
• Maintenance Activities:
  • Perform system updates, patch management, and ensure system compliance.
  • Collaborate with the DevOps and Infrastructure teams to ensure smooth system operations.
  • Troubleshoot kernel-related issues and provide support to other technical teams.
• Client-Facing Communication:
  • Act as the technical point of contact for clients, providing updates on CVE patching and maintenance efforts.
  • Deliver clear and concise explanations of complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with clients to ensure tailored solutions that meet their security and system requirements.
  • Strong sense of ownership, passionate, fast learner, analytical mind set, perfection seeker.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Collaboration & Documentation:
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Security, Development, and Operations, to ensure timely delivery of projects.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation for CVE patches, kernel updates, and system changes.
  • Provide training and knowledge-sharing sessions for internal teams on CVE mitigation techniques and kernel best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong experience in identifying and fixing CVEs, especially within Linux environments.
  • Handson with Yocto Build System and Free Open-source Packages
  • In-depth knowledge of Linux BSP, Linux Kernel internals,Device Drivers and subsystems.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, Debian).
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming for kernel-level development.
  • Experience with patch management, system updates, and vulnerability scanning
  • Experience in Shell Scripting , Python
  • Able to Execute and Modify Jenkins CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience in GITHUB, JIRA, Scrubber, Confluence tools.

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