Linux Software Architect - eLxr Distribution

Role summary

Role responsibilities

• Define and maintain the eLxr distribution architecture and technical roadmap.
• Lead package management, distribution infrastructure, system services, security frameworks, release engineering, and long-term support strategy.
• Architect secure delivery, repositories, updates, and enterprise deployment workflows.
• Guide hardware enablement and platform integration.
• Translate requirements into platform capabilities; lead architecture reviews and design initiatives.
• Mentor engineers and technical leads, drive consensus, and engage open-source communities.

Background and qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years in Linux development, operating systems, or platform engineering; 3+ years in software architecture or technical leadership.
• Deep expertise in Debian-based distributions, Linux internals, Debian packaging, and APT repository management.
• Experience designing production-grade secure Linux platforms, including customization, lifecycle management, hardware enablement, and integration.
• Strong understanding of architecture, security frameworks, secure supply chains, SBOMs, CI/CD, and release automation.
• Experience with cloud and container technologies such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in one or more of C, C++, Rust, Go, or Python; open-source contributions are valued.

Benefits and work model

• Hybrid work model.
• Health, dental, life, and disability coverage; RRSP matching; flexible time off; employee assistance; and learning benefits.

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