Principal software engineer (linux)

Experience: 8+ years

We are looking for a highly skilled Linux Systems Expert who enjoys working close to the operating system and solving deep technical challenges. This role is ideal for someone passionate about Linux internals, networking, real-time systems, and media technologies, and who thrives in debugging complex, performance-critical environments.

You will work on building, optimizing, and debugging high-performance systems at scale, collaborating closely with engineering teams across platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Perform deep debugging and root-cause analysis of complex system-level issues. Work extensively with Linux OS internals, kernel architecture, and system performance tuning. Design, analyse, and optimize networking components using TCP, UDP, Web RTC, and real-time protocols. Build and maintain systems using containers and modern deployment environments. Develop, integrate, and debug audio/video pipelines and real-time media systems. Work with audio/video codecs such as H.264, Opus, and AAC. Integrate and troubleshoot browser plugins and media pipelines. Work with Android platforms, toolchains, and cross-compilation environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

Nice to Have

Experience with performance optimization and low-latency systems. Exposure to large-scale distributed or real-time systems. Contributions to open-source projects related to Linux, networking, or media.

Required Skills & Expertise

Strong Linux system-level expertise, including kernel concepts and OS internals. Excellent debugging, profiling, and root-cause analysis skills. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP, UDP, Web RTC). Hands-on experience with containers (Docker, container runtimes) and deployment systems. Strong knowledge of real-time audio/video technologies and media streaming concepts. Experience with media codecs: H.264, Opus, AAC. Familiarity with browser-based media architectures and plugins. Practical experience with CI/CD tools, automation frameworks, and Dev Ops practices. Working knowledge of Android build systems, toolchains, and cross-compilation. Should have Security best practises.