Kernel Software EngineerWebster & Webster Associates • Boston, MA, United States

Kernel Software Engineer

Webster & Webster Associates • Boston, MA, United States

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Premier embedded software company is seeking a Kernel Software Engineer. The company develops core operating system solutions for high-integrity, safety-critical embedded systems across industries like aerospace and automotive. This specialized role is ideal for a highly independent engineer with deep expertise in low-level kernel development, multi-core architectures, and stringent safety standards. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining a microkernel foundation that supports advanced time and space partitioning and fault containment capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize core components of an RTOS microkernel, focusing on enhancing support for partitioned, safety-critical multi-core systems.
Implement and refine advanced safety features related to multi-core processing, including core isolation, partitioning mechanisms, and fault containment strategies.
Develop, troubleshoot, and maintain kernel components to ensure full compliance with rigorous functional safety standards (e.g. DO-178C).
Implement and manage platform-specific Application Binary Interfaces (ABIs) for key processor architectures (e.g. ARM64, x86, PowerPC, and RISC-V).
Integrate established industry standards for partitioning and real-time execution into the kernel or supporting user libraries.
Conduct extensive testing, verification, code reviews, and meticulous documentation to ensure the highest levels of robustness, stability, and quality.

Core Qualifications

Engineering degree in Electrical, Computer, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.

Strong proficiency in C / C++ programming languages, with working familiarity with assembly language for low-level interaction.

Extensive experience developing RTOS kernels that incorporate partitioning mechanisms and multi-core safety features.

Practical experience working with diverse hardware architectures including ARM64, x86, and PowerPC, and related ABIs

Familiarity with hardware virtualization is beneficial.

Expertise in core functional safety standards such as DO-178C, ISO 26262, and knowledge of partitioning standards like ARINC 653 is essential.

Familiarity with software standards like C11 and POSIX is required.

Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and system optimization skills.

What Sets This Opportunity Apart

Remote Flexibility : This is a fully remote role within the contiguous US, offering maximum flexibility for a highly specialized independent contributor.

High-Integrity Focus : Directly contribute to the foundational software layer of systems where safety, reliability, and security are the ultimate requirement (Level A certification environments).

Technical Depth : Work with cutting-edge multi-core architectures and advanced techniques like time and space partitioning.

Autonomy and Impact : Join a respected technology leader and operate independently within a supportive, distributed team structure, with your work having a direct, critical impact on product performance and certification.

Title : Kernel Software Engineer

Employment Type : Direct Hire

Hours : Full-Time

Location : Remote, US only

Location Type : Fully Remote

Relocation : None

Job ID : JO-2501-1288

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