Solution Engineer/ Expert

Solution Engineer/ Expert #

(m/f/d)

Freelance/temporary employment for a project

Zug

Start date: asap

Reference number: 888065/1

Responsibilities ###

• Architect and Engineer the Core OS Platform: Take ownership of the custom Debian-based distribution - this includes everything from kernel customization and driverintegration to the creation, maintenance, and optimization of Debian packages
• Master the Build and Release Pipeline: Evolve and improve the infrastructure and processes used to build, test, and release our Linux distribution, ensuring reliability andreproducibility
• Be the Ultimate Escalation Point: Act as the go-to expert for complex, low-level system issues - Perform deep-dive troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysisacross both software and hardware
• Consult and Empower Development Teams: Guide internal project teams on how to best leverage the client's Linux platform
• Proactively Drive Improvement: Constantly seek out opportunities to enhance the distribution, tools, and processes
• Whether it's improving system performance, strengthening security, or automating a complex workflow, you will be expected to identify needs and champion solutions

Profile ###

• Deep, Hands-On Linux Mastery: You are a seasoned professional who is comfortable across the entire Linux stack
• Custom Distribution Engineering: Proven, extensive experience building, modifying, or maintaining a customized Linux distribution, with a strong preference for Debian (e.g.,using tools like debootstrap, molior, aptly)
• Expertise in Debian Packaging: You don't just apt-get install - you can create, patch, and maintain .deb packages from scratch, understanding policy, dependencies and best practices
• Strong Scripting and Automation Skills: Fluency in Python and Shell scripting is essential for building tools and automating system tasks
• Fundamental Systems Knowledge: A solid grasp of operating system theory (process management, memory, filesystems), software build systems (make, CMake), and the full testing and packaging lifecycle
• Advanced English is mandatory; German is an advantage

Benefits ###

• Fascinating, innovative environment in an international atmosphere
• A very renowned company