Cloudlinux
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Kernel Developer (remote work, LATAM)
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 16h ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 116d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-05-22). Last seen at its source 2h ago.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
Their board carries a remote setting on this posting — a field they filled in, not wording we read. The location field names somewhere specific, which is usually where the team or the entity sits.
Who may apply?
Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Mexico
The description states no restriction of its own. This is the source's own tag.
Pay not stated
Similar roles pay $4,950–6,875/mo
Middle 50% of 15 listings that do state pay — Engineering · all levels · Argentina · USD/month. This employer has published no salary; this is what comparable listings we hold disclose, never converted between currencies or periods. How this is calculated.
Skills named in the ad
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workable employer's own board first seen 20d ago · last seen 2h ago
The listing
TuxCare offers a portfolio of security solutions for Linux and open-source software aimed at enterprise organizations. With TuxCare, enterprises can automate live vulnerability patching, minimize downtime, keep their applications secure and compliant, and get support from a team that knows Linux security best – covering the most popular Linux distributions, end-of-life systems, programming languages, and much more.
KernelCare, part of TuxCare, delivers enterprise-grade live kernel patching that applies critical security updates and bug fixes to popular Linux kernels without requiring system reboots. This enables organizations to keep their infrastructure secure and up to date while maintaining system availability.
Learn more about TuxCare and KernelCare:
We are looking for experienced Kernel Developers to join the KernelCare Team. This role is ideal for engineers with strong C programming skills, deep knowledge of Linux and Linux kernel development, and an interest in cybersecurity.
As a Kernel Developer, you will work on developing and maintaining Linux kernel patches, with a strong focus on addressing security vulnerabilities and ensuring the stability and reliability of customer systems. You will tackle complex, low-level engineering challenges and contribute directly to solutions that help organizations keep their Linux infrastructure secure without unnecessary downtime.
As a Kernel Developer, your key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring Linux kernels are updated in a timely manner with security fixes and patches addressing known CVEs
- Maintaining and supporting existing kernel functionality while contributing to the development and implementation of new features
- Contributing to automation efforts when needed by developing Python and Bash scripts, for example, to support CVE patch testing. The primary responsibility for automation remains with a dedicated team
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Strong proficiency in C programming and exceptional debugging skills
- Experience with Linux kernel core subsystems
- Extensive experience with GDB and other debuggers
- Basic understanding of kernel ABI
- Proficiency in Git for development, patch management, and branch management
- Exceptional problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
- Strong planning, time management, decision-making, presentation, and organizational abilities
- Experience automating routing tasks with AI tools
- Experience with Python and shell scripting
- Ability to thrive in an agile, fast-paced environment
- English Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher for clear team communication
Nice to have:
- Expertise in CPU performance and power analysis
- In-depth knowledge of CPU and cache architectures
- Basic understanding of x86-64 Assembly (AT&T asm)
- Prior exposure to Jenkins
Benefits
What's in it for you?
- A focus on professional development
- Interesting and challenging projects
- Fully remote work with flexible working hours, which allows you to schedule your day and work from any location worldwide
- Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves
- Compensation for private medical insurance
- Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement
- Budget for education
- The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent
By applying for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal data as described in our Privacy Policy (https://tuxcare.com/privacy-policies-hub/candidate-privacy-notice/), which provides detailed information on how we maintain and handle your data.