Linux Kernel Engineer
Intel · Hillsboro, OR
About this role
Intel is hiring a mid-level Embedded Software Engineer in the software engineering function based in Hillsboro, OR. The posting calls out experience with C, Linux, Performance Optimization. Compensation is listed at $128,880–$211,200 per year.
- Role
- Embedded Software Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Hillsboro, OR
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2026
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Job description
from Intel careersJob Description:
Job Description
Come join our team of collaborative Linux kernel developers and maintainers. The Linux System Engineering team is responsible for enabling the Intel roadmap by leveraging our Linux kernel expertise to drive Intel optimized system software for the Linux ecosystem. The Linux System Engineering team is looking for a Linux Kernel Developer responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the core Linux kernel, device drivers, and low-level system software for bare metal and virtualized use cases. This role requires technical expertise or interest in system software development, OS internals, and excellent collaboration skills. We value diverse perspectives and believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen our technical solutions. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members can contribute their best work. If you're passionate about Linux kernel development and meet most of our qualifications, we'd love to hear from you.
What we offer:
• Inclusive team culture with employee resource groups
• Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance support
• Opportunities to expand expertise across different kernel subsystems
• Support for conference attendance, training, and skill development
• Mentorship opportunities both as a mentor and mentee
• Career growth support and clear advancement paths