• Job Description

  Req#: 6446

  Description

  Spirent is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Linux system abstraction engineer to design, develop, and implement a robust abstraction layer. This layer will decouple our application's core logic from the volatile specifics of /sys and /etc, making our software significantly more resilient to future operating system and kernel upgrades.

  About Spirent Communications

  Spirent is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions for communications networks, cybersecurity, and positioning.

  We provide innovative products, services, and managed solutions that address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies, including 5G, cloud, autonomous vehicles, and beyond. From testing in the lab to testing in the real world, Spirent helps companies deliver on their promise to their customers of a new generation of connected devices and technologies.

  Why Spirent?... Because together we can shape tomorrow!

  Spirent is its people. When you join the Spirent team, you will join forces and work alongside some of the industry’s most passionate subject matter experts. In an environment of innovation, you will find a place where you can grow, think, explore, create, and make change happen.

  At Spirent, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to thriving in the ever-changing world of global technology. We embrace a culture where difference is valued and openness, mutual respect, collaboration, and fairness are considered fundamental. Spirent does not tolerate discrimination or offensive behavior of any kind. We are committed to creating workplaces that genuinely reflect the diversity of the world we serve and an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work.

  Your success is vital to our success, which is why we will support you to perform, grow, and contribute – with the confidence to be yourself. And to support your personal wellbeing, we hope you will love our dedication to creating the right work and life balance experience!

  Join Spirent and together let’s shape tomorrow!

  Qualifications

  • BS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar field from an accredited institution; or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of work experience in relevant fields.
  • Deep Linux system internals: Comprehensive understanding of /sys, /etc, the filesystem hierarchy, and kernel-userspace interfaces.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux boot processes (BIOS/UEFI, Bootloaders like GRUB, Secure Boot), Preboot Execution Environment (PXE), disk partitioning, and Logical Volume Management (LVM).
  • Networking: Solid understanding of IP and IPv6 networking concepts and configuration on Linux. VLAN, Strongswan.
  • 3+ years working with Docker, Kubernetes, KVM.
  • System Interface Abstraction: Proven ability to programmatically interact with and abstract changing system interfaces (/sys, /etc).
  • Senior-level proficiency in C, C++, bash. Good experience with python, TCL, perl.
  • Desired skill: systemctl, ansible, puppet, cloud-init.
  • Linux driver development a huge plus.
  • Troubleshooting: Exceptional debugging and troubleshooting skills in complex Linux environments.

  Annualized Salary Wage Range: $129,000 - $159,000

  Spirent applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience at or in line with the minimum requirements. Spirent offers the following benefits to eligible employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Floating Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Holidays, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Savings Accounts, and Commuter Benefits. Spirent benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

• About the company

  Spirent Communications plc is a British multinational telecommunications testing company headquartered in Crawley, West Sussex, in the United Kingdom.

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