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Linux Kernel Engineer for High-Performance Systems

SpaceX

SpaceX in California is seeking a Software Engineer for the Linux Kernel within the Starlink platform. You will work on the lean Linux OS powering our supercomputer network fabric and satellite laser mesh, pushing the boundaries of AI infrastructure.

You will write high‑performance device drivers, bring up new hardware, and develop tooling for observability and configuration. A strong background in C/C++, kernel internals, and systems debugging is essential to ensure reliability at scale.

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Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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