C developer - Linux Kernel

Posted 2026-05-06
Remote, USA Full-time Immediate Start

Virtuozzo isn’t just another virtualization company — we’re the original architects behind Linux namespaces and cgroups.



We helped shape container technology well before it became the norm
. From kernel-space to user-space, we're deep into the Linux operating system — optimizing it to scale and isolate like a boss.


Now, we’re looking for a C developer to join our kernel team. You’ll help push the limits of what Linux can do in large-scale virtual environments — and have fun doing it with people who love their jobs.



What You'll Do



  • Work on core Linux kernel subsystems — including memory management, scheduling, networking, and filesystems.



  • Tweak and tune container isolation mechanisms until they’re
    practically airtight.




  • Help Linux scale harder, faster, stronger.



  • Optimize resource usage across thousands of virtual machines and containers.



  • Collaborate with upstream maintainers to merge your patches into the kernel.

  • Representing Virtuozzo at professional conferences, such as Open Source Summit, FOSDEM, and other Linux Foundation events.



What You Bring



  • Strong C programming skills — the closer to the metal, the better.



  • Know your way around at least one kernel subsystem.



  • Comfortable with syscalls, kernel/user-space interfaces, and how Linux works under the hood.



  • Debugging experience using kprobes, ftrace, perf, gdb, or whatever else helps squash the bug.



  • We are a global remote team: You can communicate your ideas clearly in English, whether it's in a code review or a conference talk.




Nice to have



  • Past work on open-source projects (got a GitHub or a LKML link? We’d love to see it).



  • Deep knowledge of namespaces, cgroups, or KVM.



  • Python scripting for tooling, automation, or test harnesses.



  • Familiarity with DevOps pipelines involving container tech or kernel builds.



Why Virtuozzo?


Because we don’t just use Linux. We shape it.



You’ll be joining a team of low-level hackers and systems engineers who are obsessed with performance, isolation, and making Linux better for everyone. We care about clean code, smart design, and upstream-first principles.


If this matches with your idea of a productive day — let’s talk.



What We Offer



  • Flexible hours and remote work options



  • Share Options- everyone shares in our success with share options



  • We help our team get private medical insurance



  • Space for creativity and experimentation within the company’s goals



  • Supportive, engineering-driven culture with minimal bureaucracy



  • The chance to influence Core team decisions from day one



  • A smart, friendly team that values reliability, simplicity, and automation



  • Depending on your location and preferred employment method, other perks and benefits apply

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