Software Engineer (Linux, Virtualization, Hypervisor)

Nutanix
San Jose, CA
Job Description
Role Overview

Join Nutanix's Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV) team as a Member of Technical Staff - AHV, contributing to the development of an enterprise-grade hypervisor, working with cutting-edge technologies, and making a significant impact on the advancement of our software solution.

What You Will Do

Contribute to the development of Nutanix's Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV), design and develop new AHV security features, maintain and fix issues in AHV security, and collaborate with kernel developers, platform engineers, and the ProdSec team.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will be a part of a hybrid team, working 3 days a week in the office, with a flexible schedule and transparent knowledge sharing. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of an enterprise-grade hypervisor and make a significant impact on the advancement of our software solution.

Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge of OS internals, particularly UNIX/Linux kernel, and low-level software development experience
  • Strong knowledge of Linux security models, including discretionary and mandatory access control, capabilities, namespaces, and privilege separation
  • Experience with vulnerability analysis, exploit mitigation, security auditing, and security compliance certifications
  • Strong proficiency in Python and at least one of C/Golang/Rust, with experience debugging complex system-level issues

Benefits

  • 401(k) eligibility
  • Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave
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