Extreme Networks

Staff Linux Systems Engineer – Platform & Infrastructure

Extreme Networks

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Toronto • Canada

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

DockerKubernetesLinuxPythonShell ScriptingTCP/IPVMware

About the role

  • Design, develop, and maintain Linux-based software following best practices
  • Debug and enhance code for performance and issue resolution
  • Automate development and testing workflows with scripts and tools
  • Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards.
  • Maintain technical documentation, including design specs and APIs
  • Stay updated with Linux advancements through open-source collaboration.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, QA engineers, and hardware teams, to ensure successful project execution

Requirements

  • Over 7+ years of experience as a Linux Developer, Kernel Engineer or Software Engineer
  • Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in Linux development, including C/C++, Python, or Shell scripting
  • Strong knowledge of Linux subsystems and networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, IPsec etc.)
  • Hands-on expertise with virtual machines (VMs), including hypervisors (e.g., VMware, KVM, or VirtualBox) and optimizing resource allocation and virtualization layer
  • Proficiency in container technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes, with experience in building, deploying, and debugging containerized applications
  • Exposure to common security protocols and their design (SSH, IPsec, TLS etc.), and ability to understand security standard requirements and apply them to products.
  • Hands-on experience with debugging and profiling tools
  • Familiarity with open-source development practices and collaboration with open-source communities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Benefits
  • We encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Linux developmentCC++PythonShell scriptingLinux subsystemsnetworking protocolsdebugging toolsprofiling toolscontainer technologies
Soft Skills
communication skillsinterpersonal skillsindependent workcollaborative team work
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer ScienceMaster's degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering