Posted 1y ago

Senior Engineer Linux BSP Yocto

@ Arrow Electronics
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Managing CVEs, Developing Linux Kernel, Client Communication
Requirements Summary:Strong experience in identifying and fixing CVEs, especially within Linux environments. Hands-on with Yocto Build System and Free Open-source Packages.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Linux, Yocto Build System, C/C++, Shell Scripting, Python, Jenkins, GITHUB, JIRA, Confluence
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Position:

Senior Engineer Linux BSP Yocto

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 BSPLinux 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.

Location:

IN-GJ-Ahmedabad, India-Ognaj (eInfochips)

Time Type:

Full time

Job Category:

Engineering Services