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We are seeking an experienced K8s core engineer to join our dynamic team at eBay in Dublin, Ireland. This role requires a solid understanding of linux kernel, container and kubernetes, proficiency in programming languages such as Go, and Python.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the field, focusing on kernel development, os upgrading with regular time-manner. Additionally, you will contribute to open-source projects and implement observability practices to monitor and ensure the reliability of our systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop stable and performance optimized Linux OS for kubernetes platform, build eBay in-house Linux kernel and OS images
• Design, develop, and maintain optimized Linux OS upgrade management system.
• Manage different kinds of runtimes in eBay cloud, including container, kata and virtual machines
• Develop high-performance applications in Go, and Python.
• Contribute to kernel development and optimization for improved system performance.
• Develop the BPF based tools for eBay cloud OS issue diagnostics. Develop BPF/Cilium based network segmentation and mesh system.
• Implement observability tools and practices to monitor system performance and health.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to adopt/verify new optimized Linux OS.
• Contribute to open-source projects.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in kernel enhancements, and security practices.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of proven experience on Linux, familiar with Linux kernel development, and have knowledge of OS internals, especially the basic components, like process scheduler, memory management, file system and network.
• Strong programming skills in C++, Go, and Python.
• Expertise in using Kubernetes for orchestrating containerized applications to build patching systems.
• Familiar with network protocol, especially TCP/IP stack
• Experience with observability tools and practices.
• Identifies gaps and issues across systems and functional areas, proposes solutions, and drives those resolutions.
• Champions best practices and advanced concepts and impacts the business by delivering solutions that address business needs.
• Ability to lead and empower others, taking responsibility for small projects and collaborating across functional teams to influence change.
• Actively seeks feedback and ways to improve team performance and projects, demonstrating strong communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with linux kernel development/triage.
• Experience contributing to open-source projects.
• Certifications in Kernel, networking, Kubernetes, or related fields.
• Understanding Linux kernel tracing technologies or BPF is a plus.
• Understanding Intel x86 architecture is a plus.
• Understanding Qemu/KVM/Openvswitch is a plus.
• Experience in a high-traffic, large-scale environment.
• Familiarity with additional programming languages or frameworks.
• Proficiency in Agile development methodologies.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
• IndustriesTechnology, Information and Internet

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