Senior/Principal Linux Engineer

TMSfirst

. Build, patch, and test userspace packages in the Rocky Linux from CIQ operating system.

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Linux OS packaging, including RPM and DEB, with a strong focus on automation, tooling, and package optimization. Proven ability to collaborate across teams and drive solutions in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of documentation and testing.

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Linux OS PackagingCVE RemediationContinuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)DockerKubernetes

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Hard Skills

Linux AdministrationLinux InternalsBashYAMLXMLJSONREST APIs / OpenAPIHTTP Get / PostAnsibleAgile Methodologies

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingDebuggingCommunicationCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

GitHubGitLabDockerKubernetesCloud Infrastructure

Industry Keywords

Rocky LinuxCIQPackage BuildingSystem Design ConsultingCapacity Planning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleCloudDockerKubernetesLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, patch, and test userspace packages in the Rocky Linux from CIQ operating system.
Improve tooling and automation for the package-building process.
Understand and remediate CVEs in RPM packages shipped to customers.
Customize, optimize, and create packages to improve the customer experience.
Build testing for specific software and the system as a whole.
Work closely with engineering, product, open-source community, and sales teams to develop relevant solutions.
Participate in architecture-level discussions, planning, and implementation.
Document projects to share knowledge and facilitate user integration.
Drive proofs of concept and minimum viable products for demonstration.
Develop automated tests and use source control such as GitHub/GitLab.
Support services before launch through system design consulting, platform and framework development, capacity planning, and launch reviews.
Deploy on standard server architectures, virtual machines, and cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

What you’ll need

An understanding of Linux OS packaging, like RPM or DEB.
Familiarity with CVE’s and remediation of these for older versions of the code.
Deep understanding of how a Linux Operation system works, including how various packages interact with each other.
Ability to work independently & collaboratively within a remote team environment.
Proven experience with Linux administration, Linux internals, Docker, Kubernetes, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools and processes.
Familiarity with Ansible playbooks and/or DoD STIG/SCAP/RADIX process.
Proficient in: Bash, YAML, XML, JSON, REST APIs / OpenAPI, HTTP Get / Post.
Be familiar with Python, GoLang, Kubernetes, and other tools/technologies within Engineering.
Demonstrate problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.
Able to pivot to new challenges in a fast-paced startup environment using agile methodologies.
A friendly, collaborative, humble, honest, and always striving to be better attitude.
Proven work experience as a Linux Engineer, Linux Development Engineer, or a Software Developer with a focus on the Linux OS.
At least 4 years of experience supporting Linux and at least 2 years of experience building Linux Packages.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible paid time off.
Employee stock options.
Remote work; no travel required for most positions.