Software Engineer, Linux

Description

• Modify, compile, and customize AlmaLinux or Yocto kernels
• Integrate third-party devices on an embedded Linux system
• Design and implement internal networking and virtualization/containerization architectures within Linux
• Identify and recommend opportunities to use commercial or open-source technologies to improve capabilities
• Work with other engineers and leadership to develop and implement technical solutions within broader production architectures
• Deliver technical briefs on defect analysis and recommended paths forward
• Develop engineering documentation as needed for compliance, cybersecurity, or third-party integration needs
• Support and advise customer and program manager with technical expertise for briefs and meetings
• Coordinate with end users, external test labs, field support staff, and other project teams to troubleshoot issues and refine feature designs.

• Dynamic: contributes energy and enthusiasm to our daily tasks, to the team’s interactions, and to the Company’s mission.
• Thorough: possesses an unparalleled work ethic; produces complete, even polished products; persistent; mission-focused; asks “Why?” as often as necessary to get to the root of the matter.
• Mature: respects others’ opinions, beliefs, and culture; listens to ideas, shares thoughts, and works independently and together to contribute insights to the company’s leaders.
• Forthright: speaks with conviction; argues based on understanding, respectfully.
• Inquisitive: seeks deeper explanations of how systems work, not the surface-level description of the actors involved; goes beyond “stick-fetching” to connect the unconnected.
• Timely: shows up, ready to think, prepared to get on with the day’s assignments; contributes analytical insights that meet time-sensitive, reasonable requests.
• Honest: knows what’s right, what’s legal, what’s appropriate; conducts himself/herself accordingly.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Due to the sensitive nature of the work being performed, a candidate must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• High school diploma and 14 years of experience, or
• Associate's degree and 12 years of experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 years of relevant experience, or
• Master's degree in a related field and zero experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge with modifying Linux kernels and/or implementing low-level services and features within a Linux OS.
• Experience working with C++ and/or Java.
• Scripting Experience, ideally Linux Bash Scripting.
• Proven analytic, organization and problem-solving skills to support sound decision making.
• Proven ability working independently or as part of a team.
• Possess the ability to assess, interpret, and render judgements under limited direct supervision.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Past experience developing/designing networking features within software.
• Experience working on tactical embedded or commercial systems.
• Experience working with lower-level firmware or hardware such as FPGA, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.
• Past experience working with virtualization/containerization solutions such as Linux Containers (LXCs), Docker, or QEMU/KVM.
• Experience with device firmware, drivers, and Linux udev rules.
• Knowledge of SELinux and creating/troubleshooting SELinux Policies.
• Knowledge and experience with Department of Defense networks, systems and processes.
• Experience with Tactical networks and mission command systems.
• Familiarity with Soldier and/or other Army Mission Command and Control systems
• Exposure to Software engineering processes/tools/methods, Software design, test, development, and/or support, Operating systems, system administration & network protocols, Documentation, Business tools and methodologies, Troubleshooting and problem resolution, Customer interfacing experience.

Augustine Consulting, Inc. offers a robust benefits package which includes:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement Program