CEDENT- Kernel Developer (eBPF) (Remote)

Job Description:

Develop and modify code in the Linux Networking Stack and supporting interfaces to enhance its performance for high speed NICs.
Candidate should have a solid understanding of the Linux operating system internals, network stacks and associated protocols.
Linux kernel development experience with emphasis on the network stack and its interfaces is highly desirable e.g.
Programming experience at the sockets layer, protocol layer, device layer and network virtualization.
Most of the work will involve Linux kernel and network stack programming and associated analysis.
The successful candidate will also be exposed to the tools and methodologies used to analyze various HW and SW elements on a platform

Qualifications:

B.S./M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field of study.
Knowledge of Computer Architecture, OS internals and Networking essential.
Software Development Skills: C Programming , Device Driver development, Linux Kernel development, Protocol stack development/enhancements e.g. TCP/IP, UDP/IP, Socket layer development/enhancements and adjacencies e.g. libevent, epoll
Knowledge of TCP/IP, and new and emerging Tunneling encapsulating protocols such as VxLAN, NVGRE, familiarity with network benchmarks and performance evaluation methods.
Knowledge of eBPF, User mode networking and OpenVswitch/VxLAN/NSH development is also desire

Compensation
Hourly Rate Range - $40-$60/ hr

Benefits Offered:
[Health, Dental, Vision Insurance]

Deadline: Applications accepted until 10/30/2025 at 11:59 PM CST

We are an Equal Pay Employer. All employment decisions, including compensation, benefits, hiring, training, and promotions, are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work and regularly review our compensation practices to promote fairness, equity, and transparency across our organization.

Department: Preferred Vendors
This is a contract position

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