eBPF/Kernel Engineer at Isovalent · EMEA

eBPF/Kernel Engineer at Isovalent · EMEA

About the Job:

Job Description

Isovalent, founded by the creators of Cilium and eBPF, is a leading company building open-source software and enterprise solutions to address networking, security, and observability needs in modern cloud-native infrastructure. Headquartered in Cupertino, CA (US), and Zurich, Switzerland (EU), Isovalent is backed by prominent investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Google, M12 (Microsoft), Grafana Labs, and Cisco Investments.

The Community You Will Join:

The Cilium team comprises distributed subject matter experts in Kubernetes, Cloud Native technologies, networking, eBPF, and Linux Kernel development.

About This Role:

As an integral member of the Cilium team, you will play a vital role in developing high-performance eBPF code for Isovalent’s open-source projects—Cilium, Hubble, and Tetragon. Your contribution will drive innovation in Kubernetes, Cloud Native technologies, networking, and Linux Kernel development. This role allows you to leverage your expertise to shape the future, collaborating with a global community of users.

A Typical Day:

• Developing high-quality eBPF code for Cilium, Hubble & Tetragon open source projects while adhering to open-source development principles and best practices.
• Engaging in Linux Kernel upstream development.
• Actively participating in the open-source community.
• Opportunity to speak at public conferences about achievements if desired.

Job Requirements:

Your Expertise:

• Computer Science degree or equivalent experience.
• Multiple years of experience with C and eBPF knowledge. GO knowledge is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Linux systems design and expertise in either security or networking.
• Desire to write high-quality and efficient code.
• A public track record of open-source code commits is a plus.
• Experience in public speaking at technical open-source conferences is a plus.

Who We Are:

Driven by a goal of building amazing technology and ensuring customer success, Isovalent is rooted in open-source principles. The company is committed to inspiring customers with outstanding products, and its team shares a passion for outdoor activities such as running, hiking, skiing, climbing, and biking.

Our Core Values:

1. Remote First: Strongly believing in a remote-first philosophy to enable successful teams regardless of location.
2. Mutual Respect: Fostering trust, creating a safe space for growth and innovation, and serving as the cornerstone of values.
3. Open Source & Transparency: Thriving on openness, transparency, and inclusion, deeply rooted in open-source principles.
4. Work & Adventure Balance: Encouraging hard work while supporting each other in maintaining a balance between work and life.
5. Personal Growth: Dedicated to supporting unique growth objectives for each team member.

Why You Should Join Us:

At Isovalent, we prioritize creating an environment where our team members can embrace their authentic selves. We value diverse perspectives and actively listen to one another. As a globally distributed team, we embrace the richness that our diverse locations bring.

We prioritize the well-being, motivation, focus, and creativity of our employees. Isovalent offers comprehensive wellness programs, a work environment that fosters genuine love for what we do, and a belief that you will feel the same.

Our benefits package varies by location and may include pension, 401K, health insurance, and more depending on the country of employment. We prioritize company-wide offsites, offer a Flexible Time Off philosophy, and provide inclusive parental leave. Our Mental Health and Wellbeing program supports individuals in finding their own strategies for work-life balance.

Isovalent is committed to fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and an authentic workspace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply, and if you have a disability, please let us know how we can make the interview process better for you.

As part of the hiring process, Isovalent may conduct a background check through a 3rd party with the applicant’s consent. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary depending on the local market.

Minimum salary: $140,000
Maximum salary: $220,000

These pay ranges are intended to cover roles based across the United States. The actual offer depends on various factors including geographic location, experience, and skills of the applicant.

Location: In this role, you can work remotely from anywhere, with a preference for candidates in the US and Europe time zones.

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