Software Engineer II

The Linux Systems Group is building the Linux based technologies at Microsoft, and we are looking for a talented Software Engineer to join our team in IDC. If you are the one who is interested in working on Linux and open-source projects; build and lead highly motivated team that participates in creating and delivering the next generation of technologies that powers Azure’s private and public cloud infrastructures, that is currently impacting millions of customers across the planet. This is the job for you!

• BS/MS in computer science or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in Linux or FreeBSD kernel design & development
• Understanding and hands on experience with the Linux or FreeBSD kernel and its core functionality like memory management, process scheduling, networking, storage, file system, etc.
• Competent in designing, developing, debugging, and validating excellent products.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with external entities (open-source communities, standards bodies, customers and/or partners)
• Passionate about quality and engineering excellence as one needs to work as an all-rounder engineer focusing on Dev, Test, and Support
• Knowledge in C, Python and one of the modern programming languages like Rust will be a boost
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• A history of contributing to the Linux kernel or other open-source projects
• Technical passion, terrific problem-solving skills, and self-motivated.

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