Software Engineer, Linux – Installation and Packaging

NVIDIA

. Build, implement, and maintain installation, packaging, and software delivery workflows for NVIDIA networking software across major Linux distributions, including Debian, Ubuntu, RHEL, SLES, and NixOS .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $152,000 - $287,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Linux system-level development, package management, and automation solutions, with a strong focus on software delivery workflows and collaboration across engineering teams. Proficient in debugging, troubleshooting, and ensuring compatibility within diverse Linux environments.

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Hard Skills

Linux System-Level DevelopmentScripting Languages (Python, Bash)Packaging StandardsRepository ManagementRelease AutomationCI/CD WorkflowsKernel BackportingDebugging and TroubleshootingSoftware Distribution InfrastructureLarge-Scale Deployment Support

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaboration SkillsCustomer-Focused Approach

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesNixOSDEB/RPM Package ManagersAI-Assisted Development Workflows

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceMS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Linux DistributionsSoftware Delivery WorkflowsData Center EnvironmentsHPC SettingsPatch Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDockerKubernetesLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, implement, and maintain installation, packaging, and software delivery workflows for NVIDIA networking software across major Linux distributions, including Debian, Ubuntu, RHEL, SLES, and NixOS
Develop and provide ongoing support for meta-packages, software repositories, release channels, profiles, and tools for DEB/RPM and Nix package managers
Build and implement automation solutions to improve package validation, release quality, and engineering efficiency, including AI-assisted development workflows
Work with distribution maintainers and ecosystem communities, including Nix/NixOS, to ensure compatibility and smooth delivery through native packaging systems
Perform system-level testing and verification of package installations on various platforms and OS versions
Collaborate with kernel, QA, release engineering, architecture, and support teams to ensure installation quality, maintainability, and scalable software delivery
Contribute to Linux kernel driver development and backporting to support advanced networking features

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, or a related area (or equivalent experience)
4+ years of software development experience, with a strong focus on Linux system-level development
Skilled in Linux package management tools (dpkg, RPM, yum, apt, zypper, Nix) and scripting languages like Python or Bash
Experience with packaging standards, repository management, release automation, and CI/CD workflows
Familiarity with kernel backporting, patch management, and driver installation (a plus)
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a customer-focused approach
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across diverse Linux environments
MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience with deep knowledge of Linux operating systems and distribution lifecycle management (a standout qualification)
Experience crafting package repositories or software distribution infrastructure and working with the NixOS ecosystem and Nix package manager in live production settings (a standout qualification)
Experience applying AI tools to software development, testing, or automation workflows (a standout qualification)
Familiarity with cloud or containerized environments such as Docker and Kubernetes (a standout qualification)
Experience supporting large-scale deployment environments in data center or HPC settings (a standout qualification)

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