Principal Software Engineer - OpenShift Virtualization

Job Summary

OpenShift Virtualization is looking for an engineer to join its development team. In this role, you will focus on KubeVirt (https://kubevirt.io/) and its adjacent projects focused on networking. This will require skills to quickly learn and work with complex systems, and the ability to collaborate in open-source communities. You will have the opportunity to work with the latest technologies in the market today like Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes, Podman and Go.

What You Will Do

• As part of a geographically distributed team, work with other software and quality engineers on the design and implementation of features crossing multiple components within the product.
• Own your assigned features, from planning, through design, stakeholder acceptance, implementation, testing and release, to their long-term maintenance.
• Promote clean code and good software engineering practices by leading by example, reviews and mentoring.
• Troubleshoot, analyze bug root causes, and provide resolutions and recommendations.
• Present features and recommend solutions to customers.
• Play an active role in open source projects and communities.
• Publicize the team's work through blogs, web postings, and conference presentations.
  
  

What You Will Bring

• Expertise in software design and development.
• Experience working in a Linux environment with at least one language like Go, Python, Java, or C/C++.
• Experience with Linux system programming or scripting.
• Work experience in networking, virtualization and containers is a plus.
• Experience contributing to open source is a plus.
• Experience working in an agile environment is a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
  
  

About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates have the flexibility to choose the work environment that suits their needs from in-office to fully remote to office-flex. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact. Opportunities are open. Join us.

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