Job Description: Operating Systems Developer
Job Title: Operating Systems Developer
Location: New York, NY | Chicago, IL | San Francisco, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 2–7 Years
Work Mode: 100% Remote
Salary: $90,000 – $150,000 per year
Eligibility: Candidates must currently reside in the United States.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Operating Systems Developer to design, develop, optimize, and maintain operating system components and system-level software. The ideal candidate will have strong programming expertise, knowledge of operating system architecture, and hands-on experience with kernel development, memory management, process scheduling, and system performance optimization.
This is a fully remote, full-time opportunity. Candidates must be physically located within the United States.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain operating system components and system-level applications.
Develop low-level software using C, C++, and Assembly programming.
Work on kernel development, system calls, and device drivers.
Implement process scheduling, memory management, and resource allocation.
Optimize operating system performance, reliability, and scalability.
Develop multithreaded and concurrent system applications.
Troubleshoot kernel crashes, system failures, and performance bottlenecks.
Work with file systems, networking protocols, and hardware interfaces.
Implement system security, access controls, and memory protection.
Conduct debugging, testing, code reviews, and performance analysis.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams in a remote environment.
Required Technical Skills
Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming.
Good understanding of operating system architecture and internals.
Knowledge of Linux, Windows, or UNIX-based operating systems.
Experience with kernel development and system programming.
Understanding of process management and CPU scheduling.
Knowledge of memory management, virtual memory, and caching.
Experience with multithreading, synchronization, and concurrency.
Understanding of file systems and device management.
Knowledge of system calls, interrupts, and inter-process communication (IPC).
Familiarity with debugging tools such as GDB and WinDbg.
Experience with Git, Make, GCC, and build systems.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Linux kernel or Windows kernel development.
Knowledge of embedded operating systems and real-time operating systems.
Familiarity with virtualization and hypervisors.
Experience with device drivers and hardware-software integration.
Knowledge of computer architecture and processor fundamentals.
Experience with operating system security and performance tuning.
Familiarity with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure.
Experience Requirements
2–3 Years: Junior Operating Systems Developer.
4–5 Years: Mid-Level Operating Systems Developer.
6–7 Years: Senior Operating Systems Developer.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
Salary Range – United States
ExperienceAnnual Salary2–3 Years$90,000–$110,0004–5 Years$105,000–$125,0006 Years$120,000–$140,0007 Years$135,000–$150,000
Compensation depends on experience, technical expertise, and employer location.
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Performance-Based Bonuses
Professional Development Opportunities
Remote Work Flexibility
Home Office Support (where available)
Remote Work & Eligibility Requirements
This is a 100% remote, full-time position.
Candidates must currently reside within the United States.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Candidates must be available to collaborate during U.S. business hours.
Applicants residing outside the United States are not eligible.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
How to Apply
Interested candidates with 2–7 years of operating systems development experience are encouraged to submit their updated resumes.
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 2–7 Years
Work Mode: 100% Remote
Locations: New York, NY | Chicago, IL | San Francisco, CA
Candidate Requirement: Must reside in the United States
Salary: $90,000–$150,000 Annually
2-7 years operating systems development experience; strong C/C++ and assembly; kernel development, memory management, process scheduling; Linux/Windows/UNIX; debugging tools; reside in US; authorized to work in US.
Key Responsibilities
- developing operating system components
- optimizing system performance
- debugging kernel issues
Skills & Tools
C, C++, Assembly, Linux, Windows, UNIX, GDB, WinDbg, Git, Make, GCC
Job Details
- Category: Software Development
- Seniority: Mid Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States or New York City or Chicago or San Francisco
- Salary: USD 90,000 – 150,000 / year
- Languages: English
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
About EdgeQ Technologies Private Limited
A technology company specializing in operating systems and system-level software development. — Industry: Information Technology