Senior Software Engineer (Linux kernel Security)

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER (Linux kernel security)

ONSITE work is REQUIRED. (HQ is near Boston, MA).

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced C++ Senior Software Engineer specializing in Linux kernel security to join a Quantum Networking Product operating systems group.

You will work closely with software, hardware, and security stakeholders to design and implement robust systems while ensuring that security considerations are incorporated throughout the development process. This role provides the opportunity to influence design and implementation of products at the intersection of networking, cybersecurity, and quantum communications.

KEY SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. (MS or PhD preferred)
• MUST have 8+ years of professional experience developing robust, enterprise-quality C++ software on Linux-based systems.
• MUST have built core software OS as part of a platform team implementing software features across networking, management, and interoperability services
• Understanding of public key infrastructure (PKI), X.509 certificates, and certificate lifecycle management.
• MUST have designed, implemented, and optimized security modules within the Linux kernel, with specific focus on vulnerabilities related to kernel space.

Core Responsibilities

• Assess and reduce the attack surface of Ubuntu, PetaLinux, and other Linux-based systems that are core to the OS we use.
• Develop and maintain certificate and key management functionality, including certificate provisioning, secure storage, rotation, and lifecycle management.
• Evaluate approaches for secure key storage using technologies such as TPMs, HSMs, PUFs, and other hardware-assisted security mechanisms.
• Integrate vulnerability scanning, malware scanning, and security testing into development and release processes.
• Contribute to management and control interfaces based on NETCONF/YANG and related technologies.
• Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions

If you hit on ALL of the above requirements I would love to set up a time to discuss your background further. IF YOU HAVE WORKED WITH someone that has the right profile, please also reach out. This is growing startup company that is on the cutting edge of helping to build out QUANTUM based networks that will absolutely be needed as AI takes hold and the large data centers get built.

This role has ONSITE work that is REQUIRED. HQ is just west of Boston along the MBTA GREEN LINE. Some flex/hybrid work may apply but person MUST be able to get into the design lab to work on the equipment. No H1b or candidates requiring sponsorship will be considered. Target Salary range: $150,000 to $200,000 plus package/Equity.

Forward resume for review to: thomas@lightpartnersllc.com

I will get back to you within 24-48 hours with feedback if you meet the qualifications above.

Thomas Missert, Retained Search Director

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Stock options

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

• C++ software development on Linux: 8 years (Required)
• Linux Kernel security hardening: 5 years (Required)
• PKI, X.509 certificates and certificate lifecycle: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Boston, MA 02133 (Required)

Work Location: In person